At this time of the year, there are lots of puddles to meet and greet when out and about. Whilst children tend to like and play in puddles, I suspect they remain a secret source of fascination to many adults too. These suggestions are designed to help you respond to your children’s interest in the world around them. Look for the spontaneous opportunities to extend children’s learning when a puddle is discovered!

Puddle Song: Help preschoolers create a song about puddles. Encourage them to come up with lyrics that describe the experience of jumping in puddles or the sound of raindrops falling. This activity stimulates their creativity and language development.

Lyrics to “Jump in the Puddles”

These activities encourage children to experiment with different ways of interacting with the water, such as pouring, scooping, or making waves. This experimentation enhances their problem-solving and cognitive skills. The next time your child makes a beeline for a wet and wonderful puddle, breathe deep, remember that clothes and children will wash and dry, and say “YES!” to being a puddle parent. I promise you that puddles are positively amazing. Learning how to move starts very early on in life. Babies start to experiment with rolling, sitting, and scooting around on all fours. Toddlers and young children learn to walk, run, jump, and more. Learning how to move takes practice. Puddles are a perfect way to practice movement skills.

If your child has sensitive skin, you might want to be aware that skin infections are a possibility when dealing with water. This isn’t specifically geared towards puddles only but also pools and lakes. Any other illnesses that you might need to be aware of are caused by ingesting water so ensure that you make it clear to your kids to prevent swallowing any of it. What You Need for Safe Puddle Jumping Peppa lets everyone watch without going bonkers, thanks to its fine skill at mirroring and even satirising family life. Jumping in puddles allows children to engage in active play, promoting physical development, sensory stimulation, fine motor skills, and cognitive growth. It offers a fun and interactive way for children to explore their surroundings and learn through play. What Are Puddle Activities for Preschoolers? Remember to always supervise preschoolers during puddle activities to ensure their safety. By engaging in these activities, preschoolers can have fun while developing various skills and gaining a deeper understanding of the world around them. Conclusion Have a good sniff of a puddle. How can you describe its smell? Is it possible to change the smell of puddle water in some way using only natural materials?

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It gets them outside. One of the best reasons for letting your child jump around in puddles is that it is an outdoor activity that they can enjoy. Likely after a day of rain coming down, they’ve been cooped up inside for a while, and we’ll need the outdoor activity.