Loose Parts Nest/Bird Activity, Build a Nest, Fine Motor Skills, Gift for Kids, Montessori Classroom, Reggio Emilia, Teacher Resources

This Nest Building Kit is fantastic for a classroom setting, a daycare or home school environment, or as an extension to your educational learning home. Children can learn how birds build nest and explore how to build their own nest, with a variety of materials. Great for a Montessori or Reggio Emilia inspired environment.

Materials Included:
- Sectional organizing tray
- Wood card stand
- 12 laminated nest cards
- Laminated Sheet on "How a Bird Builds a Nest"
- Easel Sheet Stand
- Variety of nest bulding materials: Moss, Raffi, Shredded bamboo, Pipecleaners, twigs
- Glass dish
- 4 Plastic Eggs
- Premade display nest
- [display mat and basket are NOT included]

Suggestions for use:
- Place this work in a place for your child/children to easily access
- Let them explore without any directions
- Use this in conjunction with a Spring/Bird unit
- Provide book about nests for further exploration

Important Information:
- Recommended for children ages 3+ as there are small parts. If using with young children please keep a close eye on them.
- Some of these materials are made with unfinished wood and may have some exposed wood splinters.