Big Block Water Play

Yesterday our children explored the new animals in water table and engaged in some very creative dramatic play. 

They noticed a problem...there was no land for some of the animals. We wanted to add layers of play to our water so we thought two big wooden blocks would solve both problems. 

The children imagined that the blocks were islands that the animals could live on. The openings provided the perfect spot for some animals to swim through. 

We noticed the different layers and materials greatly enhanced the play. The storylines were richer and the children sustained interest longer.