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This is the way we wash the clothes - and learn by experimenting, in part two of a project by Judith Stevens When children have regular opportunities to explore their ideas with interested, caring practitioners in a supportive atmosphere, they will begin to initiate their own investigations and develop problem-solving skills. The following ideas can support children's exploration and investigation of fabrics and the properties of materials. Many begin as adult-initiated activities which promote children's natural curiosity and support shared sustained thinking.

When children have regular opportunities to explore their ideas with interested, caring practitioners in a supportive atmosphere, they will begin to initiate their own investigations and develop problem-solving skills. The following ideas can support children's exploration and investigation of fabrics and the properties of materials. Many begin as adult-initiated activities which promote children's natural curiosity and support shared sustained thinking.

Approach

The Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage (page 11) emphasises the importance of providing children with a balance of adult-led and child-initiated learning opportunities. This project:

* identifies adult-led activities, to introduce or develop children's understanding of the topic through stimulating, meaningful experiences which offer challenge

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