How to Teach Kids About Interconnection with a Felt Board Game

Looking for a fun educational activity that teaches interconnection and mindfulness to young children? This felt board game helps kids understand how people, nature, and everyday objects work together in a playful, hands-on way.

What You’ll Need for This Activity

A felt board (or large piece of felt as a base)
Felt cut-outs of:
- Nature elements (sun, rain, clouds, corn plants)
- People (farmers, truck drivers, parents, grandparents, children)
- Objects (tractors, trucks, plates, bowls)
Optional: Corn-based snacks (like corn chips) for a sensory connection

Step-by-Step Instructions for the Felt Board Game

Set up the activity: Spread all felt pieces on a table near the felt board
Start the story: Place the first piece (e.g., corn plant) on the board
Invite participation: Have children select pieces one by one
Build connections: As each child adds a piece, discuss its relationship to the growing scene
Reinforce learning: Use guiding questions like "How does the sun help the corn grow?"
Conclude with reflection: Discuss how all elements work together

Educational Benefits of This Interconnection Game

Teaches systems thinking through visual storytelling
Develops language skills as children explain connections
Promotes mindfulness about food sources and community
Encourages teamwork through collaborative building

Extension Activity: The Snack Connection

For a multisensory experience:
- Serve corn-based snacks during the activity
- Discuss the journey from farm to table
- Connect back to the felt pieces they placed earlier

This simple early childhood education activity makes complex concepts accessible while keeping kids engaged. It originally appeared in Awaken magazine as a Mindfulness Parenting Tip and remains a valuable tool for parents and educators alike.

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Felt Board Game Teaches Kids About Interconnection