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The purpose of this activity to teach the child how to transfer liquids with a spoon. | The purpose of this activity to teach the child how to transfer liquids with a spoon. | ||
== Presentation == | == Presentation == | ||
# | # Carry the tray to a table. | ||
#:[[Image:Liquid_Spooning_1.JPG|200 px|center]] | #:[[Image:Liquid_Spooning_1.JPG|200 px|center]] | ||
# | # Take the spoon and show how to gently dip it in to get a spoonful of water. | ||
#:[[Image:Liquid_Spooning_2.JPG|200 px|center]] | #:[[Image:Liquid_Spooning_2.JPG|200 px|center]] | ||
# | # Move the spoon so that is centered over the right bowl. Lower the spoon a bit and tip it to pour the water out. Use the sponge to clean any drips that get on the tray. | ||
#:[[Image:Liquid_Spooning_3.JPG|200 px|center]] | #:[[Image:Liquid_Spooning_3.JPG|200 px|center]] | ||
# Repeat until all the water that can be reached with the spoon has all been transferred. | |||
== Points of Interest == | == Points of Interest == | ||
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== Variations and Extensions == | == Variations and Extensions == | ||
* Different types and sizes of spoons could be used. | * Different types and sizes of spoons could be used. | ||
* The water could be dyed different colors or be left clear. | |||
==Material== | |||
Avoid using a wooden tray with this activity, or any other activity that involves water. | |||
Revision as of 17:58, 5 May 2013
| Liquid Spooping | |
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| Practical Life - Fine Motor Skills | |
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| Level | Primary |
| Prerequisites | Dry Spooning |
| Materials | 2 bowls spoon colored water sponge tray |
The purpose of this activity to teach the child how to transfer liquids with a spoon.
Presentation
- Carry the tray to a table.
- Take the spoon and show how to gently dip it in to get a spoonful of water.
- Move the spoon so that is centered over the right bowl. Lower the spoon a bit and tip it to pour the water out. Use the sponge to clean any drips that get on the tray.
- Repeat until all the water that can be reached with the spoon has all been transferred.
Points of Interest
Control of Error
Variations and Extensions
- Different types and sizes of spoons could be used.
- The water could be dyed different colors or be left clear.
Material
Avoid using a wooden tray with this activity, or any other activity that involves water.
