This lesson plan focuses on enhancing infants' sensory development through the exploration of different smells. Aimed at children aged 6-12 months, the session encourages interaction between infants and their caregivers as they discover various scents using safe, non-toxic materials, such as vanilla, lemon, lavender, and cinnamon.
The activity begins with an introduction to the theme and a brief discussion about the importance of scents in daily life. Infants and caregivers then participate in rotating through scent stations, where they can smell and explore different fragrant items while caregivers note their infants' reactions. The lesson promotes sensory integration by calming the infants with a comforting scent towards the end.
Concluding the session, caregivers share insights about their infants' preferences, and everyone engages in a song related to scents, fostering a joyful atmosphere. Safety measures ensure a secure environment throughout the activity, while caregivers receive take-home suggestions for further scent exploration at home, paving the way for continued sensory development in everyday life.
| Level | Infant |
| Subject | Sensory Development |
| Subject Area | Smells |
| Age Range | 0 to 1 |
| Audience | Group |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 35 mins |