Children build fine motor control and a sense of responsibility by spraying and wiping a mirror until it's clean and streak-free.
Fine Motor
Concentration
Independence
Care of Environment
Materials
How to Present
- Invite the child to the mirror and name each material.
- Demonstrate spraying a small amount onto the mirror.
- Wipe in circular motions from top to bottom with the cloth.
- Invite the child to try, encouraging them to cover the whole mirror.
- Show the child how to put the materials away when finished.
Notes
A calming care-of-environment activity that builds pride in a job well done. Use a small amount of water to avoid drips.