1 Cap it all
Adult-led
Investigate a selection of hats.
Planned learning intention
To sort objects using different criteria
Adult:child ratio 1:4
Resources
Hats of different colours, sizes and materials, such as a rain hat, bobble hat, firefighter's hat, party hat, cycling helmet, sun hat, peaked cap, baby's bonnet and chef's hat (borrow them from families, carers or friends or buy them from educational suppliers, toy shops or charity shops); sorting rings; writing materials; mirror; paint; paper.
Activity content
* Provide enough time and opportunity for the children to explore and try on the hats, and encourage them to look at themselves in the mirror.
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