::: tweezers, scales & chopsticks
Little pots of small interesting goodies such as beads, buttons, stones, corks etc…
… are just waiting to be popped onto the measuring scales to have their weights checked and compared.
We find adding the tweezers not only makes it more fun, but adds to the fine motor skill needed to accomplish the task.
The doll at the back in the chair is a prop to make the activity look more enticing, but of course, will probably become part of the play!
And there she goes!
Donna then brought along an old photo frame from home which has various compartments for different sized photos.
She took out the photos and glass and popped different coloured paper into each space with another selection of small bits and pieces.
Once again lots of wonderful fine motor activity …
and sorting took place.
More great play based learning!
Tags: chopsticks, colour, fine motor, maths, scales, tweezers, weight and measures
Love it. I never thought of the chopstick angle before! I will have to hunt some down. Thanks again for a wonderful idea on how to set up an experience.
PS I was camping on the weekend and someone had dumped a load of wood cut into enticing shapes just like buildings so I scooped up a pile to take to preschool and I’m going to make the house blocks you featured here with the kids. I’ll let you know how it goes
Good on you Jenny and what a wonderful discovery! We’d love to take a peek when they’re made.
That frame is a great idea! I’m always looking for ways to reuse or repurpose stuff – and you’ve given me another one.
Looks like the kids had a great time moving, sorting, and weighing. Definitely will be doing this.
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