How to Roll a Pair of Socks

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Age

3-6.

Materials

  • A large tray.
  • 3 pairs of children's socks (different colors) rolled into a ball.

Preparation

Individual or group presentation.

Presentation

  1. Introduce the activity to the children.
  2. Pick up a roll of socks from the tray and open the ball with two thumbs pulling outwards.
  3. Slowly unroll the socks toward you.
  4. Place one sock over the other. Toe end should face the child.
  5. Slowly roll the socks starting from the toe end.
  6. Stretch the end of the outer sock over the whole roll to form a ball.
  7. Ask the child to repeat the activity.
  8. Remind the child to return the activity to the shelf when he is finished.

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Points Of Interest


Purpose

  • To teach a child independence and coordination.

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