Truffula Tree Sensory Bottle​

Truffula Tree Sensory Bottle

Lesson Plan:

Activity:

Truffula Tree Sensory Bottle

Lesson plan developed by Ms. Erika Geelhoed, BA Ed

Age Group:

Mobile Infants

Objectives:

Children will:

develop sensory motor skill.
be introduced to new vocabulary.

CDA Competency Standard:

II.4.3a

Activities and materials encourage children to develop their senses
- a) Sight, sound, smell, taste and touch experiences are encouraged through a variety of developmentally appropriate materials and activities

Materials:

glue gun
pipe cleaners
pom poms
empty water bottle
scissors

Procedure:

Create the sensory bottle by cutting the pipe cleaners into 2-inch pieces.
Glue a pom pom onto the end and allow to dry.
Put the truffula trees inside the empty water bottle.
Place the sensory bottle near the children in an appropriate area for sensory play.
As they explore, talk with the children about what they are experiencing, giving them new vocabulary.

Assessment:

Observe and record the children’s reaction to the bottle. Did they make any vocalizations or faces?

** Make sure that the lid is glued on securely! ***
Do not walk away from the children during sensory play. Do not place sensory items in the crib with the children.

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Five Little Babies
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Two little babies splashing in the sea. (make splash sound with hands)
Three little babies crawling
On the floor (make 3 fingers crawl on arm)
Four little babies banging on the door. (clap hands)
Five little babies playing hide and seek (cover eyes)
Keep your eyes closed tight
Till I say PEEK!

The Big Gray Cat
The big gray cat goes
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The big gray cat goes
MEEEEEE-OWWWWWWW, MEEEEEE-OWWWWWWW.