A Box of ABC's
Age: 3 to 5
Time: 5 minutes or longer
Type of Activity: Learning through art
Materials needed:
- A shallow box, box top, or baking pan
- Uncooked rice
- Dark colored paper or paint (optional)
What to do:
For the best effect, paint the bottom of the box a dark color or tape down dark-colored paper.
Pour in a thin layer of rice. Shake the box lightly until the rice evenly covers the bottom.
Is It Okay to Take My Baby Trick or Treating?
As with any holiday, your child’s first Halloween is almost like a rite of passage. What could be cuter than a tiny little baby in an adorable costume? It is the perfect picture opportunity and excuse to show your precious little one off to the neighbors. Of course you want to document this milestone and begin making memories, but is it ok to take your baby trick or treating? Read More
Your child can begin by drawing lines in the rice.
If letters are a new concept, guide his hand to write the first letter of his name.
Shake the box and try it again!
Variation: Your child may draw pictures of any object, such as an apple, tree, or face. Keep the learning aspect by having him identify the letter that the picture starts with and writing it in the rice.
