Activity
Grab some paper and unwrapped crayons and help your toddler make rubbings of textured outdoor surfaces like tree bark, leaves, shells, or bricks. Try tucking smaller items into envelopes to keep them steady while your child rubs the crayon across the paper. Can you look back at your creations and remember what items made each pattern?
Materials
- Unwrapped crayons
- Paper
- Envelopes
- Natural items with varying textures (tree bark, leaves, brick, mulch, shells)
Skill Building
This simple, sensory-rich activity fosters creativity and encourages toddlers to notice nature, helping them to feel more connected to the world around them.
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