Nursery rhymes are another important avenue for expanding vocabulary and increasing the ability to speak in longer sentences. Puzzles, beads, and other table toys are important in many ways. Working with small objects give children practice with eye-hand coordination which is essential for the development of good writing skills. Children learn shapes, colors, and patterns and they develop an understanding of spatial relationships. Using these materials requires that the children predict, explore, experiment, and learn from experience.
Art is a naturally enjoyable and satisfying activity for young children.
They can experiment with a variety of colors, shapes, and designs. For them, the process of creating something is much more important than the appearance of the finished product. Viewing the creations of their peers encourages them to begin to value and appreciate differences. Creating something instills in children a sense of confidence and pride. This is a very important learning activity in our classroom.