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In this activity (14th activity on the page) about the sense of touch, learners examine if it is easier or harder to identify an object if they move their hands over it. Working in pairs, one learner closes her eyes, while the other learner presses an object or cookie cutter into the first learner's hand. She must try to guess what the object is without opening her eyes or moving her hand. If she cannot identify the object, she can move her hands over the object and explore it with her fingertips. Learners conclude which is easier.
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- free per group of students
- Ages 4 - 18
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Small objects (or cookie cutters or block letters or stencils)
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Human Body
- The Brain and Nervous System
- Muscles and Skin
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Human Senses and Perception
- Touch
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Human Body
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Chudler, Ph.D., Eric H.
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Eric H. Chudler, 2009