A favorite activity for early learners! Use sample paint chips from the hardware store to help children discover the diversity of colors found in the garden and develop their observation and matching skills.
This activity is excerpted from Cultivating Joy & Wonder, a collection of hands-on education activities for discovering the wonders of the world. Download the full publication here.
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