This month, our preschool classroom has
been filled with multi-sensory experiences for the children to explore!
As educators, we have attempted to
provide plenty of opportunities for each student to see, hear, touch, smell and
taste using different activities.
When we focused on
“hearing”, we encouraged the boys and girls to try different musical
instruments and see what sounds they make. 
At our art centre, the children “listened” to classical musical compositions as they created masks by “touching” and using different types of materials. They were able to “see” their finished creations in a mirror when they were complete.
Last Tuesday we
observed the students engaging dramatically in the play kitchen where they
pretended to prepare different food items and “bake donuts” to share in a planned “pretend”
party!
At circle time, each child was able to “taste”
different types of flavours (lime, orange and apple sauce) on small wooden spoons
as they learned about taste buds. They enjoyed this so much!
Last Thursday we
asked each child to bring a piece of fruit of their choice to combine with
their classmates and create a yummy fruit salad. It was incredible to see the children so
carefully and capably prepare the fruit that they brought to share. This was an exciting exercise for each of
them…especially when they were able to bring such a yummy treat home to taste
at the end of the day!
We are looking forward to our Field Trip
to Safeway this week, which should be a great way to complete our learning
about our senses!!
Until next time
Teacher Lori
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