Cognitive flexibility · Bilateral coordination · School readiness · Fine motor skills · Letter recognition · Number recognition
The Magic String
Ages 3–9 10 minutes Moderate
Materials
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How to Play
Show the child an everyday object, such as a piece of string, and invite them to think of as many different things as it could become. The string might become a circle or a snake, and a hat might become a mask. You can also shape letters with the string and practice recognizing them. Use your imagination and turn the object into something new.- School readiness: Use the string to practice making letters and numbers.
Make It Easier
For younger children, use two or three ideas and demonstrate each one.
Make It More Challenging
Turn it into a friendly group challenge and see who can think of the most ideas.
