Materials
Construction paper cut into a simple bear shape
Various small pieces of materials with interesting textures (i.e. velvet, sandpaper, feathers, bubble wrap, satin ribbon, etc.)
Glue
Directions
Begin by reading a favorite teddy bear book. Then invite your child to glue small pieces of material with various textures all over the bear shape. Talk about the way each one feels as she glues them onto the paper. Introduce words such as rough, bumpy, soft, smooth, etc.
Extensions
- Take a texture walk around your house with your child; identify things that are smooth, bumpy, soft, rough
- Sort items according to their textures
- Read “Touch and Feel” books with your child