As many of our readers are well aware, we are fans of loose parts. We love the value that they bring to our play. They add whimsy and fun and creativity to our daily existence!
So when I placed a handful of bungee cords in our block area for forts, I was not surprised when they became a staple in our play each day. They have reached epic proportions of use that we have had to find another great Bungee Cord sale, just to bring them outdoors.
Not only do the children use them to create little dwellings, they have also been using them to tow the cars (and baskets of items for that matter) around, they have designed elaborate harnesses to assist them in their climbing adventures (boo, I didn't have my camera the day that this happened), and the latest is fancy, detailed 'traps'. The discussion that goes into the creation of all of these items has been so enriching. Who says children don't learn through play? They have taught each other how to problem solve, new words, spatial awareness, safety, and so much more.
Not only do the children use them to create little dwellings, they have also been using them to tow the cars (and baskets of items for that matter) around, they have designed elaborate harnesses to assist them in their climbing adventures (boo, I didn't have my camera the day that this happened), and the latest is fancy, detailed 'traps'. The discussion that goes into the creation of all of these items has been so enriching. Who says children don't learn through play? They have taught each other how to problem solve, new words, spatial awareness, safety, and so much more.
See for yourself some of the creative ways bungee cords have been incorporated into our play:
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