Gloop is a wonderfully versatile resource and one that can be enjoyed by the youngest of children within the Early Years Foundation Stage. To make the most of young children's experiences with gloop play, try the following activities.
Variations
- Start by placing gloop cornflower and water of different consistencies in three or four bowls. Invite the toddlers to explore, transfer, manipulate, lift and dribble the mixture. Respond to their efforts by describing the gloop and what the children are doing.
- Alongside the gloop bowls, provide small containers of items and liquids that the children can add to the mixture. There are lots of possibilities, but try to provide things that will change its: look, such as, shaving foam, glitter, paint and milkshake powder; smell, such as washing-up liquid, fabric conditioner, orange or lemon essence, orange, hot chocolate powder; texture, such as rice, pasta shapes, raisins, grated soap and lemon rind.
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