My son, who is 4 1/2, is always looking for a challenge. He absorbs books, ask questions, and wants to invent or create something. I think it is awesome but it is also challenging. He is a perfectionist and has high expectations for himself and for us. I hope that as he grows we can encourage his love of learning and help him control his perfectionist side. Here are some pictures of him at work.
Aqua sand was a gift from one of his grandmothers. It is a very cool and unusual (and messy) material to experiment with in water. It repels the water and that makes it behave in unusual ways compared to regular play sand and water.
We do a lot of sand and water play. Here he is trying to make the water flow through the canal he made. The water overflows the banks and the walls of his canal wash away by the force of the water.
Finally, he is satisfied with his castle after three days of adjustments and frustrations working with the Lincoln Logs. There are never enough long pieces in those sets.
I love that first picture... he is so focused on what he is doing:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a smart boy you have there!!
ReplyDeleteI can understand the challenges of raising a child who wants it to be "perfect". It is so hard to see them disappointed and frustrated. But it is SO wonderful to have a child who is so interested in learning and exploring new things.
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