Materials
various books
Instructions
1. Securely sew a 2" piece of the hook side of the Velcro to each of the
cloth items (sock, mitten, cloth doll, and washcloth).
Note: It is best to do this before the children arrive, and then put the
needle and thread out of reach of the children.
2. Cover the cardboard with the flannel material. Securely tape the flannel
material in place.
3. Attach the flannel board to the wall near the floor.
4. Stick the cloth items to the flannel board.
5. Show the children how to pull the items off the flannel board and
reattach them. Talk to them as they play. Comment on the type of item
they have pulled off. Tell them what it is and how it is used. For example,
"Oh, Deidre, you have a washcloth. You wash your face with a
washcloth." "Sam, you have a sock. Where does the sock go?" Observe to
see if the child tries to put the sock on his foot.
6. The children will enjoy pulling the items and listening to the sound the
Velcro makes.
7. Supervise this activity closely so not too
many items end up in little mouths. Wash the items after use.