Sensory Activities: Light Box and Steam Concept
Light Box and Steam Concept
At Crèche Les Mousquetaires, we believe in the importance of stimulating children's senses and creativity from an early age. Our educational activities, such as the light box and sensory pouches, are designed to encourage children's exploration, discovery, and well-being. Discover how we integrate the Steam Concept and the Snoezelen approach to provide enriching and playful experiences for children aged 1 to 4.
The Steam Concept: Learning by Exploring
The Steam Concept is at the heart of our educational approach at Crèche Les Mousquetaires. It aims to encourage children to question, discover, and experiment through their senses.
Sensory Development: Children explore different textures, shapes and colors, which stimulates their touch, sight and natural curiosity.
Well-being and relaxation: Sensory activities promote relaxation and calm, essential for children's development.
Multilingual Program: We also integrate language skills to support children's language development in a multilingual environment.
The light box: a unique sensory experience
Recently, we introduced a special activity: the light box.
Sensory pouches: We have created pouches with various materials and textures that children can handle freely.
Geometric Shapes: Felt and cardboard shapes were placed on the light box, allowing children to observe the play of light and shadow in the dark.
Snoezelen Inspiration: This activity is inspired by the Snoezelen approach, which emphasizes sensory stimulation and relaxation.
Educational reflections: what we observed
Children at the Crèche Les Mousquetaires were encouraged to manipulate, name, and describe their feelings. Here are some key findings:
Tactile exploration: The sensory pouches allowed children to discover different textures, promoting their tactile development.
Light Effects: The light box captivated children, stimulating their curiosity and concentration while helping them relax.
Playful learning: Geometric shapes introduced mathematical concepts in a fun and interactive way.
Activities that awaken and develop
At Crèche Les Mousquetaires, we believe that sensory activities play a fundamental role in children's overall development. We will continue to offer enriching experiences to fuel their curiosity and thirst for discovery!