Little Scholars Workshop

How this Helps

This sensory play helps them learn about textures, colors, and coordination, which are essential parts of their development.

As they thread the beads, they’re actually honing their fine motor skills. Each little movement helps strengthen the tiny muscles in their hands and fingers by using the pincher grasp, making tasks like writing and using utensils easier down the road.

This activity encourages creativity and imagination. Children can arrange their beads in any way they like, giving them the freedom to express themselves.

This kind of play also fosters problem-solving skills. They might wonder how to balance the beads on the pipe cleaner or how to create a specific pattern. These little challenges encourage them to think critically as they explore different solutions.

Materials Needed

• 3 Pipe cleaners
• Beads

Instructions

1. Pick one pipe cleaner to be used as a base. (Orange)
2. Twist another pipe cleaner around the middle of the base. (Yellow)

3. Twist your base up so that both piece cleaners point forward.

4. Place your third pipe cleaner in below and have the base resting in the middle.

5. Twist the third pipe cleaner around the base.

6. Place one bead at the base of each pipe cleaner.

7. Have your child place beads along each pipe cleaner leaving room at the top.

8. Secure the pipe cleaners by twisting one around the others.