Zoo of colors

Get ready for a creativity and learning-filled experience with this project inspired by the classic book "Brown Bear, Brown Bear"!

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✂️ Materials:🖌️

• Large paper (minimum 1 meter x 1 meter)

• Vibrant colored paints (acrylics, tempera, or homemade)

• Scissors

• Book "Brown Bear, Brown Bear"

• Protective surface (plastic tablecloths or newspapers)

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📝 Preparation:💡

1. Choose a spacious, well-lit area: A classroom, playroom, or covered patio are ideal.

2. Cover the work area: Use plastic tablecloths or newspapers to protect the floor or furniture.

3. Lay out the large paper: Leave enough space around for the children to move and work comfortably.

4. Arrange the paints: Distribute the colored paints around the paper, making sure they are accessible to everyone.

5. Keep the book handy: Place the book "Brown Bear, Brown Bear" in a visible spot so the children can refer to it during the activity.

6. Prepare the scissors: Make sure there are enough scissors for everyone and distribute them safely.

 

🫶 Activity:✍️

1. Get to work! Invite the children to paint the large paper using their hands. They can choose a single color or mix several to create different shades.

2. Let the creativity flow: Encourage the children to explore different textures and colors while painting. There are no rules, just fun!

3. Wait for the paint to dry: Once the paper is dry, it's time to move on to the next stage.

4. Time to assemble the giant puzzle! Using the book "Brown Bear, Brown Bear" as a guide, cut the paper into different body parts of the animals.

5. Work as a team: The children can assemble the animals like a giant puzzle, using the cut-out pieces and following the book's illustrations.

6. Celebrate your creation! Once the puzzle is complete, admire the teamwork and creativity of the children.

 

🧠Benefits: 💌

1. Reading comprehension: Using the book "Brown Bear, Brown Bear" as a reference, children can relate the activity to the story, strengthening their understanding and connection with the text.

2. Exposure to letters and words: As children refer to the book, they are exposed to letters and words, promoting early reading skills.

3. Sensory development: The activity allows children to explore different textures and colors through the use of their hands and mixing paints.

4. Cognitive development: Assembling the giant puzzle helps children develop cognitive skills such as problem-solving, sorting, and hand-eye coordination.

5. Collaborative learning: Working in a group fosters teamwork, communication, and mutual support among the children.

6. Creativity: The activity stimulates children's imagination and creativity by allowing them to experiment with colors and shapes to create their own animals.

 

Additional tips:

• Adapt the activity to the age group: For younger children, you can simplify the instructions and cut larger puzzle pieces. For older children, you can add more details to the animals or create a more complex puzzle.

• Incorporate different materials: You can use other materials besides paints, such as sponges, brushes, or even recycled materials.

• Turn the activity into a game: Create a story or a song related to the book to make the activity even more fun.

Have fun and let the imagination of your little explorers!