Sand play is soothing and entertaining for children. Even adults can occasionally be caught running their fingers and toes through sand and enjoying its texture. Children have the ability to manipulate sand into anything that they can imagine and encourage children to experiment with this very open-ended medium. Sand play promotes physical development - digging, pouring, sifting, and scooping require children to use their upper bodies and arms. It also encourages social skills ~ many of them will engage in pretend play as they combine to "cook" with the sand or construct roadways, dig tunnels, and build towers. It also promotes cognitive development and teaches mathematical concepts.
No comments:
Post a Comment