Description
CRAFTY SPIRALS
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | CRAFTY SPIRALS |
| Code | SL-1-14 |
| Activity Goal | The goal of this activity is to help children recognize and respond to action words by sliding a cut-out on a wearable paper bracelet. |
| Skills Developed | Gross motor skills • Balance & coordination • Vocabulary expansion • Matching & association |
Materials Needed
- Paper bracelet printed with action word images: Clap, hop, catch, dance, run
- Flower cut-out slider with a window to reveal the action word
Step-by-Step Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 |
Introduce the Activity: Place all materials in front of the child and explain the purpose. Let them know they will use a special bracelet to reveal hidden action words and perform them like a fun game. |
| 2 |
Teach the Action Words: Introduce the five action words: Clap, hop, catch, dance, run. Say each word clearly and demonstrate the action so the child understands what to do. |
| 3 |
Prepare the Bracelet: Help the child slide the flower cut-out into the center slot of the bracelet, ensuring it moves smoothly to reveal one action word at a time. |
| 4 |
Wear the Bracelet: Assist the child in wearing the bracelet securely around their wrist or upper arm. Ensure the sliding window stays in place and the action word remains visible. |
| 5 |
Reveal and Act!: Encourage the child to slide the window slowly. When an action word appears, ask the child to say it out loud and perform the action. Guide if needed: Clap: Clap your hands together! Clap once, then clap twice! Hop: Hop like a bunny—first on one foot, then the other! Catch: Pretend to catch a big ball—reach out and grab it! Dance: Dance like a star and wave your hands! Run: Run in place or around a small circle! |
Crafty Spirals Kit