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(Unit 5) Topic 7: The Dramatic Play Learning Center

2 Clock Hours of Early Childhood Education

Lesson Plan: Garden Sensory Bin

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Garden Sensory Bin

Age Group: ​

• Preschool

Objectives:

• Student will develop sensory motor skill
• Student will engage in cooperative play with other students

CDA Competency Standard:  
II.4.3a

• Activities and materials encourage children to develop their senses
  • a) Sight, sound, smell, taste and touch experiences are encouraged through a variety of developmentally appropriate materials and activities 

Materials:  

• soil
• rocks
• insect figurines
• fabric flowers and leaves
• terra cotta pots and/or mason jars
• scoops and rakes
• marbles (if desired)
• large plastic bin

Procedure: 

1. Prepare for the activity by adding all of the materials to the sensory bin.
2. Place the sensory bin in an appropriate area.
3. Invite students to play 

Assessment: 

• Observe and record the student’s fine motor skills. Did they scoop and pour the dirt successfully? How did they interact with other students? Record any dialog that occurred.   

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