Getting Play Back! Play-Based Learning Materials for Kindergarteners
Help me give my students materials to learn through play. Open-ended materials such as the waffle blocks, kinetic sand, and the light table will spark creativity through different play scenarios.
Play is fun for children but also proven to be how children learn best. There is new legislation in my state to provide play-based learning opportunities.
Play promotes curiosity, exploration, and creativity.
It provides children with the opportunity to practice social skills with their peers. My goal with this project is to give my students the materials needed for developmentally appropriate learning experiences for 4, 5 & 6 year olds.
Kindergarten is a special place to be. For many this is their first school experience and where children develop their most foundational skills! There are so many stages of development just in how children play! It is my job to provide the materials and opportunities for students to be able to progress through them. Please help me provide engaging and open-ended materials to spark their curiosity, including a light table, play people, blocks, and kinetic sand.
RAINBOW TOYFROG Waffle Blocks for Toddlers & Kids 96 Pcs Jumbo Toy Building Sets– STEM Building Toys with Storage Container –Kindergarten Toys Preschool manipulatives for Toddlers
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Back Bay Play Sand Castle Molds Sand Castle Building Kit - Beach Toys Kit - Snow & Sand Toys Sets for Kids Outdoor Sandbox Toys for Toddlers 1.5 Year and Up Made in USA (6 Piece with Shovels)
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$23.75
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$23.75
Chichalk Clip Connect 120 Piece Building Blocks | Diameter 1.26", STEM Building Toys Set Kindergarten Math Manipulatives for Kids Boys Girls, Educational Preschool Toys Activities Homeschool Supplies
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$16.99
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$16.99
Learning Resources Handy Scoopers - 4 Pieces, Ages 3+ Toddler Learning Toys, Fine Motor and Sensory Toys, Sand Box Toys for Toddlers, Kid Tweezers
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$15.70
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$15.70
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Play Sand, 3.25lbs Beach Sand, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up (Amazon Exclusive)
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$14.99
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$14.99
Materials cost
$296.05
Vendor shipping charges
$6.50
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.44
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$336.99
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