Nursery World - Unlock the imagination

Develop children's awareness of the role of keys and locks in everyone's lives using these fun activities from Jane Drake Adult-led activities

Adult-led activities

The mystery key

This activity is sure to excite children and motivate them to develop imaginative ideas.

Key learning intentions

To respond imaginatively to a stimulus.

To express ideas and thoughts through imaginative play.

Adult: child ratio 1:6

. Resources

Locked 'treasure' box (containing coins, jewellery, polished gem stones etc) ,key (compatible with the lock on the treasure box) ,treasure map ,envelope ,torches ,binoculars

Preparation

* Hide or bury the treasure in the outdoor area.

* Make a simple map of the outdoor area and mark with an 'x' to indicate the location of the treasure.

* Address the envelope to the children and enclose the box's key and the map.

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