Showing posts with label Dramatic Play with Blocks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dramatic Play with Blocks. Show all posts

Sunday, July 15, 2012

Four Preschool Activities for Blocks in the Classroom

written by: Tania Cowling • edited by: Amanda Grove
http://www.brighthubeducation.com/preschool-crafts-activities/51985-four-block-activities-for-preschoolers/ 

Blocks come in a variety of shapes, colors, and textures so preschool children can use them to learn through their senses. Preschool activities for blocks can also help to develop creativity and problem solving. As you guide the children during block play, talk about the shapes, how blocks are positioned (on top of, underneath, behind), how to balance blocks as in stacking, and counting blocks. Read on for activities that help children explore many concepts in early childhood learning.