Fireworks in a Bottle YI

Lesson Plan:

Activity: Fireworks in a Bottle
Lesson plan developed by Ms. Erika Geelhoed, BA Ed

Age Group:
Young Infants
* Lesson plan objective and assessment can be adapted to use this activity with mobile infants or toddlers.

Objectives:
Child will:

communicate their ideas and thoughts
practice conversation skills

CDA Competency Standard:

II.6.2c

Activities promote language development
- c) Activities provide frequent opportunities for children to listen, talk and express their ideas effectively

Fireworks in a Bottle

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Materials:

Empty water bottle
pipe cleaners
glitter
straws
buttons

Procedure:

Prepare for activity by filling a water bottle with different colored glitter, straws, bent pipe cleaners, and buttons. Fill the bottle with water and close the cap. You can duct tape the lid closed or hot glue the cap on. Present the sensory bottle to the infant. While they are playing, talk with them about what they are experiencing. As the infant babbles, repeat their vocalizations or ask questions and wait for a response. Continue talking with the child until they tire of the conversation.

Assessment:

Observe and record the child’s reaction to the sensory bottle. How many back-and-forth exchanges did you and the child have? Be sure to note any new sounds they vocalize.

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