“Nurturing fish nurtures the soul, planting trees nurtures character,” as our ancestors taught. Creating a preschool fish tank not only brings a lively corner of nature to the classroom but also serves as a wonderful opportunity to spark curiosity and rich imagination in young children. How to make a preschool fish tank that is beautiful, safe, and highly educational? Let’s explore with me, a preschool teacher with over 12 years of experience!
The children at Hong Lam Preschool in District 12 are very excited about this activity.
Benefits of Creating a Preschool Fish Tank
A fish tank is more than just a decoration; it brings many practical benefits to children’s development. Ms. Nguyen Thi Lan, a leading early childhood education expert, emphasizes in her book “Education Through Nature”: “Observing life in a fish tank helps children develop observation skills, recognize colors, shapes, and sizes. Moreover, caring for fish helps children develop a sense of responsibility and love for the living creatures around them.”
Simple and Safe Guide to Making a Preschool Fish Tank
Making a preschool fish tank is not as difficult as you might think. With just a little ingenuity and creativity, we can create a miniature “ocean” right in the classroom.
Materials Needed
- Fish tank: Choose a tank size that is suitable for the classroom space and the number of fish. It is recommended to choose a tank with thick, sturdy walls to ensure safety for children.
- Gravel and decorative stones: Choose pre-treated gravel and stones without sharp edges.
- Aquatic plants: Choose easy-to-grow and easy-to-care-for plants.
- Fish: Choose small, easy-to-raise fish with bright colors to attract children’s attention.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Wash the fish tank and decorative materials thoroughly.
- Spread a thin layer of gravel on the bottom of the tank.
- Plant the aquatic plants.
- Fill the tank with water, being careful not to overfill.
- Release the fish into the tank.
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Caring for Your Preschool Fish Tank
Caring for the fish tank is also an engaging educational activity for children. We can guide children to feed the fish, change the water, and clean the tank. This helps children develop carefulness, meticulousness, and responsibility. According to Mr. Pham Van Hung, a dedicated educator, in his book “Nurturing Children’s Love for Nature”: “Feeding fish is not just a simple action but also an opportunity for children to observe the habits of fish, learn to love and care for living creatures.”
Important Notes
- Never allow children to come into direct contact with electrical sources when operating fish tank equipment.
- Do not place the fish tank in high or easily breakable locations.
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Conclusion
Creating a preschool fish tank is a beneficial and fun activity. Hopefully, this article has provided you with useful information. Let’s create a lively and nature-friendly learning environment for your beloved children! Don’t forget to leave a comment and share this article if you find it helpful. You can also refer to other articles on the “TUỔI THƠ” website, such as the article about preschoolers getting acquainted with letters. If you need further advice on preschool space design and construction, please contact Phone Number: 0372999999, or visit the address: 234 Hao Nam, Hanoi. We have a 24/7 customer care team. We also have an article about the area needed to build a preschool kitchen.