March 1st, 2012
Happy Thursday, Blogging Moms! Today, we are celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday! He was born on March 2, 1904. He is the author of many beloved children's books that have kept children entertained, while instilling the love of reading. Through rhyming, patterning and creative characters he is one of America's most treasured authors.
Theme: Dr. Seuss
Materials Needed: Dr. Seuss Books (Bartholomew and the Oobleck, The Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who, etc.)
Oobleck Recipe: 1 1/2 to 2 cups of cornstarch
1 cup of water
green food coloring
Mix all the ingredients together until you have a gooey substance. It should feel stiff when you stir it, but also have a liquid consistency.
Developmental Skills: Reading, rhyming, patterning, vocabulary, Science (liquids and solids)
Activity: Read Dr. Seuss books to your children. Discuss the rhyming words and patterning that Dr. Seuss uses in his books. See if your child can predict the words that will come next in the story. Mix the Oobleck to the right consistency and allow your child to play with it on wax paper, or other protective surface.
Extension Activities: There are many websites with different Dr. Seuss activities listed. For example, you and your child can make red and white stripe hats out of construction paper, coloring pages, games, etc. Also, check your local video store or library for Dr. Seuss movies.
To extend the Science concept of liquids and solids, place an ice cube or other frozen item in a cup and watch it melt.
Teacher's Tip: Allowing your child to explore with Oobleck or other tactile substances helps them to gain an understanding of the world around them.
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