Loose parts nature

A school year's worth of play dough and loose parts invitations. Kindergarten kid tested and approved.

Learn how to construct a DIY Sticky Nature Collage from items you have at home to create a piece of unique art.

Find out what natural loose parts are and how you can use easily sourced loose parts from nature and get started with Reggio inspired natural loose parts play in your learning enviroment today. Discover exactly what natural loose parts are and the benefits of using them in your learning invitations

Elizabeth ✨ Preschool for You on Instagram: "The Magic of Play✨ When I set out a provocation sometimes it sparks an interest, and sometimes it doesn’t. Well, today, the spark was definitely ignited and the magic of learning through play and loose parts took over! One thing I will say about this particular corner of our classroom- it’s where all things nature live and loose parts are open to grab and play with freely. It’s also the place where imaginations come to life, children play…

Sand play dough paired with loose parts.

Outdoor Classrooms provide a place for children to connect to nature. With so many areas where children are told "no" to the diverse ways they want to interact with nature, outdoor classrooms are often a "yes" place. Yes, please dig in the dirt. Yes, please dig with the log pieces. Yes, please climb on these fallen logs. I was introduced to the Nature Explore outdoor classroom concept as we developed a natural playscape at a local nature center. This research based process helped reign in…

I love loose parts. and I love lists. It was only a matter of time before I combined everything into a loose parts list! I've been collecting for years and now have a lot of the basics stashed away for play and learning. That being said I am ALWAYS on the lookout for a new treasure to add to my loose parts lists. In case you are like me, I have compiled a loose parts list for all the best finds...and the list will continue to grow as I find more!