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| Topic = Practical Life | | Topic = Practical Life | ||
| Subtopic = Control of Movement | | Subtopic = Control of Movement | ||
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== Presentation == | == Presentation == | ||
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* A similar activity could be done with a combination lock. The child must already be familiar with numerals and the difference between left and right (clockwise and counterclockwise). The combination could be written on a slip of paper and taped to the tray. | * A similar activity could be done with a combination lock. The child must already be familiar with numerals and the difference between left and right (clockwise and counterclockwise). The combination could be written on a slip of paper and taped to the tray. | ||
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Revision as of 09:23, 2 September 2010
Locks and Keys | |
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Practical Life - Control of Movement | |
Level | Primary |
Materials | 3 padlocks keys |
The purpose of this activity is to teach the child to open a lock with a key.
Presentation
- step one
- step two
- step three
- step four
Points of Interest
Control of Error
Variations and Extensions
Variations
- Different sizes of padlocks could be used.
- The locks could be holding something shut.
Extensions
- A similar activity could be done with a combination lock. The child must already be familiar with numerals and the difference between left and right (clockwise and counterclockwise). The combination could be written on a slip of paper and taped to the tray.