Shells

Children may have an interest in shells after visiting a beach. They may have collected shells to take home. They can use shells for decoration, loose parts or art activities.

Early childhood educators can teach children that shells were once home to tiny animals. Their bodies were so soft, they grew a hard shell for protection. We usually find seashells empty, because the animal has died and the shell has washed up onto the beach.

The educational benefits of shells include sensory awareness.

EYLF learning outcomes

Shells aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework as it is a material (4.4).