Reggio emilia butterfly activities

Our toddler loved making these natural 'buttlerfly wings'. You could use the same idea to make fairy wings or a superhero cape. It's so easy!

Bean and seed mosaics are a staple craft in our household and there are so many different variations that can be made for each season and holiday. This is a great low-waste craft since you can recycle any cardboard that you already have as well as any dried beans, seeds or grains in your pantry.

Butterfly Garden Play Dough Invitation-Spring activity and fine motor play for kids

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mirror, salt and watercolor - The Learning Center, Palo Alto, CA

Nestled amongst one of our cedar trees is a beautiful robin's nest. We noticed the brightly colored eggs from across the yard, and have been watching it closely for the past week. We haven't told the children where the nest is, however have been sharing pictures daily. It's been truly amazing to be able to get an up close look at the transition from egg to chick. The pictures bring many questions from the children from why doesn't the baby have feathers to where the mommy is. Here are some…

A visit to Blue Willow Butterfly Conservatory left Abby feeling quite whimsical. She wanted wings so she could flutter about all day amid the blossoms and trickling water. What would it feel like to be so free? Could she become one? With the help of a few classmates her wish came true and for a brief half hour she was transformed. "I am a butterfly with beautiful wings and nice colors. I flap my wings all day and fly on flowers."