Adult-led activities
Wintry weather
Our unpredictable weather conditions can provide exciting starting points for children's learning. Planning in advance is essential if we are to seize the moment, so be prepared to respond in the nursery setting to snow and ice.
Key learning intentions
To explore and investigate snow and ice through the senses of touch, hearing and sight
To observe the changes that take place during the process of melting Adult:child ratio 1:up to 6
Resources
Sheets of black paper, pieces of black material, such as velvet, shallow black builders' tray, teaspoons, eggcups, sand timers, magnifying glasses, camera
Preparation
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