{"id":1185,"date":"2019-02-25T19:06:08","date_gmt":"2019-02-25T19:06:08","guid":{"rendered":"https://theempoweredprovider.com/?p=1185"},"modified":"2020-02-15T20:55:16","modified_gmt":"2020-02-15T20:55:16","slug":"fun-with-color","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https://theempoweredprovider.com/fun-with-color/","title":{"rendered":"Fun With Color: Scavenger Hunt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Throw away the flash cards and start having fun with color! This rainbow scavenger hunt will have kids moving around the room and learning about the colors without even knowing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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There are so many fun things to do with color when it comes to young kids. Color sets the stage for science<\/a>, math, creative art<\/a> and so much more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n I found a way to use this color scavenger hunt to connect our learning to home using the free printable I have shared below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As an early childhood educator, we must be careful to choose topics that are meaningful to young children. Having fun with color is just about one of the best concepts you can focus on with preschoolers. Albert Munsell of Munsell Color highlights the connection between learning about colors and development:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recognizing the colors and identifying the color names is an important part of a child\u2019s development. Early identification of colors helps to create the cognitive link between visual clues and words. <\/p>Albert Munsell<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Supplies You Will Need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \n\nThis post contains amazon affiliate links.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n How to Play:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Alternative #1: <\/strong>Send home a note to the families explaining that you are learning about colors and provide a color schedule for the week! Have the child hunt for something at home that they can bring and put in the bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Watch for more color activities for preschoolers coming soon!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Throw away the flash cards and start having fun with color! This rainbow scavenger hunt will have kids moving around the room and learning about the colors without even knowing it. Pin to your March Board! Preschool Color Activities There are so many fun things to do with color when it comes to young kids.<\/p>\n
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Color Activity: Rainbow Scavenger Hunt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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