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Treasure baskets can be filled with everyday objects which then become a treasure trove to ignite and spark imaginations and learning. Becky includes a rich diversity of items in her baskets to evoke different responses. Here she tells us about their appeal, both for herself and her children.

During some of our read-aloud time together, I have been introducing the girls to basic story words such as character, setting, problem, solution, etc. They also love retelling familiar stories orally or through pictures, felt board, puppet shows, etc. We have started doing a story log or story map project once a week. To keep it interesting, we have been using a bunch of different

Easy way to Seuss up an old stool!

Create a Goldilocks sensory storytelling basket using small toys for preschoolers and school aged kids to re-tell the story in their own words!

Kids will love creating their own web, just like The Very Busy Spider in Eric Carle's popular book. This craft uses basic supplies.

We're Going on a Bear Hunt role-play area.

Gruffalo cave role play area

EYFS writing table - whatever next!

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An Invitation to Explore Leaves Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert is a beautifully illustrated book about a leaf man that is blown by the wind far away from home. The children had the opportunity to explore the woods behind the school. They gathered leaves, berries, sticks, seed pods, and acorns. They sorted the items to be used in their project. A beautiful display inspire children to create. The children used the natural materials to create their own leaf people. Completed Leaf People

Room on the broom - World Book Week Characteristics of Effective Learning- Finding New ways to do things Here the children can explore the interesting resources as well as role-play various characters from the book. This book was new to Toddlers and the first time they had been introduced to the story. They loved this interactive activity.

Angela Moorad, MS, CCC-SLP. 30 years experience in AAC. Retired from clinical practice. OMazing Kids AAC and app consulting.

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Close up of Elmer the Elephant for bulletin board.