Nursery World - Enabling Environments: Let's explore... beans

Possible activity ideas inspired by this kitchen staple extend far
beyond food. By Marianne Sargent

Beans come in all varieties and are great for exploring number, colour, size, shape and pattern. What's more, not only are they easy for budding young gardeners to grow, they are a versatile food and the tinned staple of many young children's lunchtime diets. The following ideas pay homage to this humble kitchen ingredient.

ANANSI AND THE POT OF BEANS

Use this West African folktale Anansi and the Pot of Beans by Bobby and Sherry Norfolk (August House Publishers) to explore issues surrounding right and wrong, and the need for rules and boundaries in the early years setting.

Adult role

Learning opportunities

CL: Listens to stories and responds with relevant comments.

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