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patient with messes when you work with toddlers.
They learn by making messes, and they have just as much fun if you let them
help you clean up. In this photo three tubs are placed on big beach
towel. Each tub is filled with soapy water and dishes. Tell the
children they get to clean the dishes and give them wash cloths. They
will love it! Watch them closely to make sure they don't drink the
water and don't .let them walk until the activity is cleaned up (they might
slip). This is a great indoor
activity if it is stormy or too cold to go outside.
A sensory table can be part of your classroom and fun things can be added
from day to day. Make sure your sensory objects are safe for toddlers
to explore, and make sure there is enough supervision to ensure safety.
The following is a list of possible sensory table items.
Cotton balls
Whip Cream
Cooked noodles
Shaving Cream
Jell-O
Pudding
Toy cars and shaving cream
Edible Play dough and cookie cutters
The list goes on and on. Let the children have adequate time to
explore in the table but you also need to ensure they are being safe by
placing boundaries. If they throw items out of the table remove them
for one minute and let them try it again. These are great activities
to calm children down when they have had a rough day.
As a teacher or parent you may come to enjoy these activities as well.
They are very relaxing.
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