Think Outside the Box
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Explore geometry with a boxy sculpture.
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milk or egg cartons, cereal boxes, shoeboxes, lids, and paper towel rolls
paint
crayons
glue
construction paper
scissors
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To start, go on a materials hunt around your home for interestingly shaped items. After she has collected her “treasures,” talk to your child about what she would like to make: A robot? A building? A self-portrait? Or would she just like to experiment with the items and create an “abstract” sculpture?  Together, cut out shapes, paint the boxes, and put it all together. As you work, encourage your child to put the shapes together in different ways. Also help your child notice if her creation is symmetrical or if she is creating a color or shape pattern.  When she finishes, challenge your child to name all the shapes and colors she sees. She can also name her creation!
• develops creativity
• supports fine-motor skills
Learning benefits:
