The kids get so excited when they are able to explore and use these types of tools. This gives me an opportunity to see the children working along side each other, using their language to enlist help, support, and guidance from each other. This type of activity is great for improving their muscle strength. They are using their fine motor skills to hold that golf tee or roll up the measuring tape and using those large muscles to move the foam to just the right spot in the shade or trying to balance themselves on top of the structure. I also think that it makes them feel in control to swing that hammer and pound in those golf tees. It's great to see them beam with pride at the "work" they have accomplished. :)
ah...my little handymen. Hope they are that interested when they get bigger and I need their help.
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