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Playfoam Shape & Learn Feelings
SKU
040441
Grade PK-3
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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- Practice socio-emotional learning while playing with sensory PlayFoam
- PlayFoam is a lightweight, nonstick, foam-bead-based material that won’t dry out or crumble and can be molded and remolded again and again
- Set comes with 13 double-sided activity cards that promote emotional awareness through play, such as using PlayFoam to finish and identify facial expressions
Description
Practice socio-emotional learning with this innovative toy! PlayFoam is a lightweight, nonstick, foam bead‑based material that won’t dry out or crumble. Easy to play with and easy to store, kids can mold and re-mold as many times as they like! In this set, use the sensory PlayFoam to create scenes that encourage emotional awareness. For example, one activity involves finishing the facial expressions on adorable animals to identify emotions such as anger, fear, or calmness. Set includes 8 colorful bricks of PlayFoam, 13 double-sided cards (26 activities!) and an activity guide. For ages 3 & up.
Publisher's Description of Playfoam Shape & Learn Feelings
Combine sensory play with social and emotional skills for kids ages 3+!
Use Playfoam to mimic expressions, complete calm-down activities, and
identify emotions. This set is the perfect learning activity to prepare
kids for preschool or kindergarten. Squishing and shaping Playfoam
develops fine motor skills while children learn to identify and cope
with feelings. Includes eight colors of Playfoam, downloadable SEL
content, and 13 double-sided activity cards.
Category Description for Playfoam
Innovative, crafty, and reusable - PlayFoam will have kids sculpting for hours! This lightweight, non-toxic, foam bead-based sculpting material won't dry out, crumble, or stick to skin or other surfaces. Mold and re-mold as many times as you like - the fun colors and sizes are full of endless creative potential. Each pack contains a colorful mix of 2.75" x 4" x 1.25" bricks of PlayFoam or smaller, round "pods" of Playfoam (newer packaging).
Each Playfoam Themed Set includes multi-color pastel Playfoam that children can shape and reshape, and when they're finished, they can simply use the plastic packaging molds to restore it to the original designs.
Category Description for Playfoam Themed Sets
What if I told you there was a nontoxic, nonstick, reusable shaping toy that never dries out and captures your children's attention as they squish, smash, and squeeze it to create endless sculptures? Would you shake your head at me and wonder if I was trying to pull the wool over your eyes? Let me introduce you to Playfoam! Beloved by families and children, Playfoam has morphed from basic round shapes for free play to adorable themed play sets. Each set includes multi-color pastel Playfoam that children can shape and reshape, and when they're finished, they can simply use the plastic packaging molds to restore it to the original designs. ~Deanne
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Educational Insights |
| Grades: | PK-3 |
| EAN/UPC: | 086002020376 |
| Length in Inches: | 12 |
| Width in Inches: | 6.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 2.3125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.05 |
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