This Feelings/Emotions Exploration activity is fantastic for a classroom setting, a daycare or home school environment, or as an extension to your educational learning home. Children can identify how they are feeling and express their emotions in a non-verbal manner with a variety of materials. Great for a Montessori or Reggio Emilia inspired environment. Materials Included: - Sectional organizing tray - Wooden card stand - 12 laminated emotion cards - Chalkboard (approx 6"x8") - Foam face - Clipboard w/ paper - Variety of shells, rocks, gemstones, beads, string, sticks, eyes, pipecleaners, etc (colors may vary from those pictured) - Mirror (hand mirror shown in 1st and last picture) - [display mat and basket are NOT included] Suggestions for use: - Place this work in a place for your child/children to easily access - Let them explore without any directions - Great with Autistic children Important Information: - Recommended for children ages 3+ as there are small parts. If using with young children please keep a close eye on them. - Some of these materials are made with unfinished wood and may have some exposed wood splinters.
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