I tried out Reggio's idea of eyedroppers and food colour and ice cube trays....my 2-4 year olds LOVED it! I just did it when the 1 year olds were having their morning naps. They were absorbed in it for a good 30 minutes or more before getting the urge to splatter
Yup this is one of my crews all time fav things to do - any rainy day this is the first request!
Children construct their own intelligence. The adult must provide activities and context, but most of all must be able to listen. Children need proof that adults believe in them. Their three great desires are to be listened to, to understand, and to demonstrate that they are exactly what we expect."