
IT Stations: Table Toys for I'm Growing! Indicators: Geometry and Spatial Sense M2.1(0), M2.1(1), M2.1(2), Patterns, Sorting/Classifying, Reasoning M4.2(1), M4.2(2), Fine Motor Development PD3.1(0), PD3.1(1), PD3.1(2), PD3.2(0), PD3.2(1), PD3.2(2), Curiosity, Initiative, and Risk-Taking AL1.1(0), AL1.1(1), AL1.1(2), Creative Thinking, Problem-Solving, Reasoning AL2.3(2) (More...) You Will Need: Suggested Props shape puzzles assorted shape toys Possible Interactions Offer shape puzzles for shape review. Include those with jumbo knobs to support easy handling. Set out additional shape toys such as sorters, shape lacing cards, sensory shapes, activity mats, and textured board books. Offering a few different items will support opportunities for shape recognition and allow children to use different fine motor skills. Observe: Notice how the children problem solve as they use puzzles, shape sorters, lacing cards, and other similar toys. What actions or techniques do they try? If you observe a child getting frustrated, ask questions to help the child come up with possible solutions.

IT Stations: Table Toys for I'm Growing!

Indicators: Geometry and Spatial Sense M2.1(0), M2.1(1), M2.1(2), Patterns, Sorting/Classifying, Reasoning M4.2(1), M4.2(2), Fine Motor Development PD3.1(0), PD3.1(1), PD3.1(2), PD3.2(0), PD3.2(1), PD3.2(2), Curiosity, Initiative, and Risk-Taking AL1.1(0), AL1.1(1), AL1.1(2), Creative Thinking, Problem-Solving, Reasoning AL2.3(2) (More...)

You Will Need:

Suggested Props

shape puzzles
assorted shape toys

Possible Interactions

Offer shape puzzles for shape review. Include those with jumbo knobs to support easy handling.
Set out additional shape toys such as sorters, shape lacing cards, sensory shapes, activity mats, and textured board books. Offering a few different items will support opportunities for shape recognition and allow children to use different fine motor skills.

Observe: Notice how the children problem solve as they use puzzles, shape sorters, lacing cards, and other similar toys. What actions or techniques do they try? If you observe a child getting frustrated, ask questions to help the child come up with possible solutions.