These links give families lots of different ideas for activities with a car theme.
Structure and features
For families
Here are some activities for families to do together to:
- see how to use everyday items to help children to make their own car in Play School: Putting It All Together — Cars
- learn a song about building a car with the 'toy car race song'
- make a balloon powered car.
If families still want more activities about cars here are 40+ toy car activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
For teachers
Teachers can share these links with families to help them with ideas to inspire children's interests in design, movement and dramatic play. These links also give families ideas for children to design and make their own toys for play.
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Teacher notes
Learning opportunities:
- Science
- Literacy
- Engineering
- Design
- Dramatic play
Learning Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Learning Outcome 5 Children are effective communicators