Creating galaxy space rocks


Children use everyday language to talk about size weight, time and distance. Why not get them to create their own space rocks using an assortment of different stones or rocks? This is a fantastic opportunity to combine imagination through crafts and problem solving by sorting the rocks based on size, weight or shape.


1. Prepare the work space with white paper or splash mats 2. Ask the children to collect an assortment of different rocks from outdoors 3. Portion out Acrylic or Readymix Paints (we used Acrylic but Readymix will be more washable)


4. Use a Toothbrush to flick the paints onto the rocks 5. Leave to dry and you have your own Galaxy Space Rocks


Counting space rocks


This is a great opportunity to create an environment that invites them to explore textures, group objects based on weight and develop their problem-solving skills through play.


Encourage mathematical thinking and use questions like; How would you sort these? Can you find this many, what would happen if? Our little ones enjoyed grouping and balancing these small foil rocks.


Products we used…


241601 Aluminium Foil 12m Long 302554 Space Shapes Assorted Colours 564990 Polystyrene Balls. Pack of 75, Assorted Sizes 801660 YPO Play Tray - Green 820326 YPO Rocker Scales - 0.5 Litre


Products we used…


803902 Flat Pebbles 73280x Acrylic Paint 713120 Ready Mix Paint 731724 Metallic Paints A Toothbrush


Shop Little Learners ypo.co.uk/earlyyears


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