Ever wondered about the parts of an acorn? Now that fall is here, are you thinking of fun ways to teach your child about the new season? Have they started asking questions about the cooler weather or why the leaves are changing color? My kids have taken note of the yards being carpeted with acorns as well as the busy squirrels going up and down the trees. J has always been fascinated with acorns and so last year I created an acorn sensory bin for her. This year, however, I wanted to create an activity that would increase both of my kids’ vocabulary while making it a sensory experience. The #teachECE team will be sharing their Fall STEM activities so that you will have enough ideas for the fall.
What did my kids do to increase their vocabulary while having some sensory fun? They played with their parts of an acorn playdough cards.
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The cards were modeled off the Montessori 3 part cards style except they used playdough to cover up the part that is being focused on. J had playdough cards while C had playdough sheets so that he could manipulate and identify the parts a bit easier.
(Parts of an)Acorn Resources To Check Out
Learning Resources Alphabet Acorns Activity Set, 78 Pieces
Little Treasures Jumpin’ Squirrel Game, Give Right Amount of Acorns, 3 Years and UpSquirrel’s AcornThe Oak Inside the AcornLittle Acorn Grows UpChester Raccoon and the Acorn Full of Memories (The Kissing Hand Series)The Acorn and the Oak TreeBecause of an AcornFood from Farms (Acorn: World of Farming)
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FALL STEM Activities from the Early Childhood Education Team, #TeachECE
How Long Am I? Measuring with Leaves by Tiny Tots Adventures
Learning Letters with Fall Leaves Ramp Activity by Mom Inspired Life
The Preschool Toolbox says
Thanks for the printables! I love collecting acorns to explore in the fall!
Amanda says
I didn’t know it was called a capule. Love learning something new every day!
alecia says
I had to Google it just to make sure I wasn’t teaching them the wrong thing. Having kids certainly keeps you on your toes.
Cerys says
After finally finding some acorns this year it would be a perfect accompaniment to the nature walks.
Theresa says
What a fun hands-on learning activity. We will have to try it out!
Clarissa Hooper says
We don’t acorns around here, so I had no idea of the different part names! I’ll have to do this with my boys!
Devany says
My kids are play dough obsessed and this is so educational! I love it!
Jodie @ Growing Book by Book says
We love play dough learning ideas. Time to make a new batch!
Mary Catherine says
I bet the kids had fun making acorns with play dough!