Over the past few weeks we have noticed that the children in our classroom have become very interested in tiny things. We had a parent bring in small Legos for the children to use and we noticed the interest begin to spread after that.
With the Legos, we started by having the children just use them to construct. We did introduce 3-D models to them, specifically an Eiffel Tower made from metal. The interest in tiny things has carried over to small types of building materials, small animals, and small "pretend play" objects.
We brought in tiny puzzle pieces for the children to construct with - they aren't actually puzzle pieces but small construction materials that look like puzzles and can fit into each other. The children have been very excited and have used them to create objects like lightning bolts, robots, and tracks.
Our plan is to read the book, Tiny Perfect Things by M.H. Clark. The book is about going on a walk through a neighborhood and noticing small details in nature and everyday life. I am curious as to how the book will inspire the children. Our plan is to read the book a few times in the classroom so the children are familiar with it and can use it as a resource if needed.
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