When I grow up NEW | Busy Bag

Every little one dreams of what they will be when they are big… a fire fighter, a police officer, a race car driver? Our world is full of many interesting jobs. It is also important that we teach our children to value and appreciate all of them and understand how they contribute to the community. This My Busy Bots bag takes a look at some key roles and helps them discover a bit more about them. Two fantastic activities to enjoy together, opening up lots of conversation about some roles people play in the community! 

This activity is suitable for little ones from 4+. As all children develop in their own time, this is a guideline and may vary with your child.

Contents:

• An A6 information card with instructions and ideas to extend the activities and list of skills being developed
• 8 Laminated A6 activity cards
• 32 Coloured cards (42 x 42mm)
• 27 Perforated cards (49 x 35mm)
• 1 Brightly coloured storage bag

Skills being developed:

• Fine motor skills:
  • Thumb opposition; in-hand manipulation; hand strength; hand eye coordination and control; grasp and release; dexterity.
• Visual perceptual skills:
  • Visual tracking and scanning; motor planning; visual discrimination; visual figure ground.
• Cognitive skills:
  • Concentration; problem solving; language and vocabulary; sorting and organisation; matching.
• Life skills:
  • Patience and perseverance; appreciation for people in our world.

* Bags and content colours may vary