Develop scientific reasoning and nutritional awareness with these interactive sorting mats based on Eric Carle’s beloved classic! Children explore butterfly metamorphosis and food classification through self-correcting, hands-on activities—perfect for spring units celebrating life cycles and healthy eating.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
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My Butterfly Life Cycle Sorting Mat – 6 apple-shaped cards with semi-transparent self-correcting guides
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My Foods Sorting Mat – 21 food counters + 3 blank counters for nutritional sorting
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Complete Instructions – Implementation guide with teaching strategies
PERFECT FOR:
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Spring units exploring life cycles and transformation
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Learning butterfly metamorphosis and biological concepts
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Building nutritional awareness through food classification
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Developing decision-making and critical thinking skills
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Fine motor practice through sorting and placement activities
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Independent learning centres and science exploration
KEY FEATURES:
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Spring Learning Theme: Butterfly life cycle perfect for spring nature study
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Self-Correcting Design: Semi-transparent guides support independent learning
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Apple-Shaped Cards: Connect story elements to scientific concepts
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Real Photography: Authentic images for vocabulary development
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Montessori-Inspired: Concrete materials promote autonomous learning
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Progressive Difficulty: Supports varied developmental readiness
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Cross-Curricular: Integrates science, health education, and literacy
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
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Understand biological life cycles through sequential placement
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Build scientific vocabulary (metamorphosis exploration)
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Establish nutritional awareness (fruits versus treats)
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Apply decision-making through food categorisation
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Strengthen fine motor control through sorting practice
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Enhance critical thinking through classification activities
IDEAL FOR:
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Preschool and kindergarten spring science learning
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Montessori prepared environments
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Home education science and nutrition programmes
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Health education and biological concept instruction
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Multi-age classroom story-based science centres
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Independent learning and nature study activities
Transform Eric Carle’s timeless story into spring science learning with these Montessori-inspired sorting mats supporting life cycle understanding and nutritional awareness through hands-on exploration.
ENHANCE YOUR STORY EXPERIENCE!
👉 Watch The Very Hungry Caterpillar
This read-aloud perfectly complements the activities in this Story Corner pack, allowing children to experience the story while practicing their new skills.
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