Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Building With Blocks

Blocks are a great activity for preschoolers. It allows for creativity and spacial maneuvers. Tonight, my kids played with Kapla blocks. They are simple flat rectangles, all the same size. My son found a picture in the book and began creating the Efile Tower- he did not quite make it but he gave a good effort. My daughter built a simple structure, but symmetrical. They were each able to do what they could developmentally without criticism or a "right" answer. Don't underestimate blocks and simple toys like we had when we were kids. Everything does not have to have a battery to be fun. Children can be most creative when given open ended items to create something of their own.

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The Site is Almost Up

Preschool Activities the site (it sounds like a movie!) is almost ready to go again. Hopefully soon, so if you are looking for it, please be patient! There is so much to learn about websites! It was not as easy as I thought! :)

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