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=== Variations === | === Variations === | ||
* Different sizes of padlocks could be used. | * Different sizes of padlocks could be used. | ||
* The locks and keys could have stickers or paint showing which key goes with which lock. | |||
* The locks could be holding something shut. | * The locks could be holding something shut. | ||
=== Extensions === | === Extensions === |
Revision as of 13:44, 27 February 2012
Locks and Keys | |
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Practical Life - Fine Motor Skills | |
Level | Primary |
Materials | 3 padlocks keys |
The purpose of this activity is to teach the child to open a lock with a key.
Presentation
- Take the work to a table or mat. If at a table, unroll a table mat.
- Arrange the locks on the mat under the basket.
- step three
- step four
Points of Interest
Control of Error
Variations and Extensions
Variations
- Different sizes of padlocks could be used.
- The locks and keys could have stickers or paint showing which key goes with which lock.
- 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.
Material
- This was a collection of locks found in the garage:
- This is the same as in the presentation but on a tray: