Interactive alphabet for kids with their own hands
Many parents, caring about the development of their children,hang an alphabet on the wall of the nursery. Usually, these are just pictures on paper that affect the child through the visual component. But here is another idea on how to help the child learn the alphabet - make an interactive alphabet with your own hands!In this case, the child not only watches, but alsocan touch objects, actively participate in filling the box with letters. This is the so-called shadow box. In Russian, there is no exact definition or term for this object. A shadow box is a recessed frame or box (drawer) that acts as a showcase. As a rule, different objects in it are behind glass, which protects them from dust and also gives them a bit of exhibition gloss. You can make a similar shadow box with your own hands from an unnecessary picture frame, where you put a bunch of small objects representing a particular letter.As a basis you can take a simple onea wooden frame with glass and some kind of box. The depth and size of the future alphabet display case will depend on the chosen base. The smaller the cells are, the more difficult it will be to find and place things for each letter.Build a wooden box on a sheet of plywood.planks. If you are using a ready-made box, then simply make the required number of cells inside. Let me remind you that there are 33 letters in the Russian alphabet, 33 in the Ukrainian alphabet, and 26 in the English alphabet.To prevent items from falling out of cells, makea door on hinges and a hook. A picture frame with a glass surface will come in handy for this. Although there are two opinions here. After all, the alphabet will often be used by the child, you need to be sure that the glass is well secured in the frame, and the shadow box itself is securely attached to the wall. Otherwise, it can be dangerous for a child of any age.It's time to write the letters for each cell!Use a stencil and glass paint. You can draw letters in beautiful calligraphy with a CD marker. Or tape cut out paper. The choice is yours!The interactive alphabet for kids is ready! Call the children and fill the cells with different objects!Source