Kindy - Problem solving

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Build and Test in Bridges Theme in Preschool

Building and testing these simple bridges makes for a great STEM activity as well as a lesson in problem solving

toy train problem - solver activities for children to play with and learn how to use them

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My toddler plays with his toy trains every day. Sometimes we add a little extra learning to the train play. Sometimes I set up little problems for him to solve. A few of his favorite problems to solve: An object on the track – Whether it’s logs, or rocks, or …

several tin cans are stacked on top of each other with pine cones and spoons

An fun activity in the maths area, making use of the natural resources. Encourages problem solving skills, working together, language, sorting, balancing, creativity & much more! #abcdoes #eyfs #eyfsmaths

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Balance - an intrinsically gratifying problem to solve thru messing about. -Twitter-Louise Jupp

two children are playing with blocks on the table

Easy DIY Block Puzzles: Practice Estimating and Counting

shapes to fill with blocks~estimating, spatial reasoning, problem solving

nuts and bolts are shown with the words, nuts and bolts sensory bin fine motor skills engineering

Nuts & Bolts Sensory Bin

Nuts & Bolts Sensory Bin! Strengthens fine motor skills while exercising engineering, sensory, social, and creative skills! Loads of fun and SUPER easy to set up!

a young boy playing with wooden blocks on the floor

Fill in the Shape with Blocks

Great problem solving challenge! Fill in the tape shape with blocks.

12 Engineering Activities for Kids

Learn with Play at Home: 12 Engineering Activities for Kids

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Math for Preschoolers: Printable Tetris Pieces | From ABCs to ACTs

Talk about a throwback! Teach your preschooler early math concepts as well as critical thinking and problem solving skills just by playing with these printable Tetris pieces!

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Play, Think and Build with Preschool Engineering - Kids STEAM Lab

a simple building activity to engage your preschooler in STEM learning - great for building creative problem-solving skills in kids!