As winter transitions into spring, the school-age 3 children have been embracing the changing season through hands-on outdoor and indoor activities. This month, children explored the wonders of snow, mud, and playdough, turning everyday materials into exciting learning experiences!
With the mix of chilly mornings and warmer afternoons, children had the opportunity to experience both snow and mud in their play. They built snow structures, and experimented with the melting process. As the snow softened and the ground thawed, they also discovered the texture and consistency of mud, digging, sculpting, and creating patterns with sticks and natural materials. These activities encouraged curiosity, sensory exploration, and creative problem-solving.
Through these outdoor experiences, children observed how snow and mud changed based on temperature and moisture, sparking conversations about seasonal changes, states of matter, and nature’s cycles.
Inspired by their outdoor adventures, the children continued their exploration indoors with playdough activities. They mixed, rolled, and shaped their own creations, strengthening their fine motor skills and engaging in imaginative storytelling. Making their own playdough also introduced them to measurement, mixing, and cause-and-effect relationships, important concepts in early science and math learning.
These playful experiences helped School-age 3 children connect with nature, explore scientific concepts, and express their creativity, all while having fun! Families can continue the learning at home by encouraging outdoor sensory play, experimenting with mud and water mixing, or making homemade playdough with different textures.
