How to Package Eggs

Age
3-6.

Materials

 * A large tray.
 * An egg carton.
 * A basket.
 * A dozen eggs.

Preparation
This is an individual presentation.

Presentation

 * 1) Introduce the activity to the child.
 * 2) Carry the tray to the table.
 * 3) Explain to the child that the eggs are very fragile and need to be handled carefully.
 * 4) Open the egg carton.
 * 5) Examine one of the eggs with the child.
 * 6) Explain that all the eggs have a slightly pointed end and a more rounded end.
 * 7) Show the child how to carefully place the slightly pointed end down into the egg carton.
 * 8) Carefully remove the eggs one at a time from the basket and put them into the egg carton.
 * 9) Close the lid.
 * 10) Open the egg carton and carefully return the eggs to the basket.
 * 11) Invite the child to repeat the activity and return it to the shelf when he is finished.

Purpose

 * To develop coordination and concentration.