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AndyBurtEEX May 8 @ 7:40 AM EDT

All set for my Den Making Twilight at the @EarlyExcellence Centre in Huddersfield on Wed 17th May. Come and join us! #eyfs #eytalking #cpd

theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 3:41 PM EDT

Hi #Kinderchat. Former K teacher now "just" a mom here! My baby starts K next school year. We love sensory play.

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:41 PM EDT

So let's get talking about sensory play! #kinderchat

EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 3:42 PM EDT

The sun has been shining here but been a bit chilly. I've been finishing my paperwork getting ready to finish uni for the summer #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:42 PM EDT

I remember when she was born??!! OMGosh!! Wow!! #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 3:42 PM EDT

Hello Mama Whisk :) #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:43 PM EDT

That will be a nice relief for the summer!! You go back in the fall or this is it? #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:43 PM EDT

So let's use your experience as a mom and teacher- what centers have you found easy to set up at home? #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 3:44 PM EDT

Back in September. Still have another 2 years to go! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:44 PM EDT

There's also this article as well https://t.co/UhOWwiulvU #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:44 PM EDT

Oh no!! :) I mean Yes!! :) #kinderchat

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raepica1 May 8 @ 3:44 PM EDT

Trouble w/visual tracking - is it a big deal for Ss? https://t.co/t0h6tjZvqN @jasonflom #edchat #ecechat #earlyed #kinderchat #AskingWhatIf

theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 3:44 PM EDT

Also have a 3yo. Appreciate you letting me lurk about #kinderchat Hopeful for more time as a T someday. #alwayslearning

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:45 PM EDT

I love how you stay active on here and are always looking and interested! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:46 PM EDT

My biggest q is how to keep sensory fresh and new or am I over thinking? Sand and water are eternally interesting aren't they? #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:47 PM EDT

I like that this article talks about kids putting things in mouth though- https://t.co/8AfDCLAMhl #kinderchat

EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 3:47 PM EDT

wet/ dry/ add chalk dust/ bubbles/ soap flakes... different resources... #kinderchat

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theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 3:48 PM EDT

#kinderchat Scooping, pouring always in the beginning both at sch and home

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:48 PM EDT

There are those days you say "we are NOT licking the walls!" #Kinderchat 😀

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:48 PM EDT

RT @theurbanwhisk @hechternacht #kinderchat Scooping, pouring always in the beginning both at sch and home

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:48 PM EDT

RT @EarlyYearsIdeas @hechternacht wet/ dry/ add chalk dust/ bubbles/ soap flakes... different resources... #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:49 PM EDT

Scooping and pouring- yes! Varying the materials. The old turkey baster comes in handy here too! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:50 PM EDT

Bubbles are really fun! Soap flakes- great! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:52 PM EDT

From article "Early childhood educators cannot overstate importance of sensory play in the educational process. Foundational" #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:53 PM EDT

Funnels are really good and fascinating. I've always wanted to do more w tubes and plumbing but I am going a bit off topic! :) #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:54 PM EDT

This article has a nice listing of potential materials https://t.co/1BW86rljJg #Kinderchat

EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 3:57 PM EDT

Sorry I'm only half here. Multi-tasking as always! #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:58 PM EDT

@Ooeygooeylady is also a great resource https://t.co/qfD8zOoLsA #kinderchat

theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 3:59 PM EDT

Sensory play has room for Ss growth over time. At first want to touch material with only 1 finger and that's all. And that's ok #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:59 PM EDT

haa that's fine! Maybe we will call an early night as we seem to be light tonight! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 3:59 PM EDT

RT @theurbanwhisk Sensory play has room for Ss growth over time. At first want to touch material w only 1 finger. And that's ok #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:00 PM EDT

That is a huge thing!! Some dive right in, some unsure, others hesitate then you have to pull them away! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:01 PM EDT

It's so connected to emotional sensibilities too. I wish there was more info on this aspect! #kinderchat

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theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 4:02 PM EDT

Document sensory play. Keep data (Did this w cooking club) to show how it is meeting needs, how learning is happening. #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:02 PM EDT

How do you set up at home? Little buckets or how do you do? #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:02 PM EDT

RT @theurbanwhisk Document sensory play. Keep data to show how is meeting needs, how learning is happening #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:03 PM EDT

This is excellent. Yes! Documenting is so key and so forgotten!! Is hard to do all but is powerful, needed info #kinderchat

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theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 4:03 PM EDT

I like that idea! Also model of course. If I won't touch it neither will they! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:04 PM EDT

haaaa they are much better w worms than I am for sure! :) #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 4:05 PM EDT

So true. You have to be willing to get your hands messy in EY #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:06 PM EDT

Shaving cream is a super quick way to get in a fun sensory activity- cleans up easy and smells great! Good clean fun! #kinderchat

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:07 PM EDT

What about outdoor sensory activities? Anyone making mudpies? Gardening? Plain old digging is under utilized! #kinderchat

EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 4:08 PM EDT

mud kitchens are my very favourite!! Have an outdoor masterchef competition/ bake off :p #kinderchat

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EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 4:08 PM EDT

Love letting the grass grow long for an added sensory experience. Also great for finding beasties #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:08 PM EDT

Oh HOW could I forget the famous mud kitchens???!! AhHHH! :) #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:09 PM EDT

RT @EarlyYearsIdeas Love letting the grass grow long for an added sensory experience. Also great for finding beasties #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:09 PM EDT

Have you seen the beautiful mud kitchens the teachers in UK use? Literally a kitchen to play w mud! #kinderchat

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theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 4:10 PM EDT

#kinderchat show growth with uisng their hands/touch as well as using a material like a scooper

hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:10 PM EDT

Love that! So simple!! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:10 PM EDT

Great! Document progression RT @theurbanwhisk show growth w using hands/touch as well as using a material like a scooper #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:11 PM EDT

I love that- like a scaffolded system of materials to use #kinderchat

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theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 4:11 PM EDT

Arent those something!! Oh lovely mud!! #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:12 PM EDT

I know! I couldn't believe when I saw them! So neat! #Kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:12 PM EDT

❤️Oh Lovely Mud!! :) #KInderchat ❤️

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:13 PM EDT

Ok friends, why don't we quit a few minutes early tonight?! We can pick up again next week! #kinderchat

EarlyYearsIdeas May 8 @ 4:14 PM EDT

Alrighty! Have a great week :) #kinderchat

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hechternacht - Moderator May 8 @ 4:14 PM EDT

Thank you @theurbanwhisk and @earlyyearsideas for chatting tonight! Have a great week you two! #kinderchat

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theurbanwhisk May 8 @ 4:16 PM EDT

Spring babies swam by during #kinderchat TY for the ideas!!

raepica1 May 8 @ 4:17 PM EDT

Happy to be part of 2017 Summer Early Childhood Conference! Read about it here: https://t.co/ZEhU3y1C3F #ece #earlyed #kinderchat #ecechat