Ramp Exploration with Snails and Slugs Documented By: Stephanie Vorrises 11/19/15 Since the beginning of our snail and slug explorations the children have been making detailed observations and expressing what they’ve learned through verbal communications and drawings. As their explorations progressed, the children decided to add blocks to the table and started to observe their ability to move upwards. They used the blocks to create homes, towers, and obstacle courses for the snails and slugs. These creations enabled children to observe the unique movements and physical characteristics of the snails and slugs. This activity also helped children recognize how snails and slugs are attracted to dark and shaded areas. Amanda:”He’s moving up! He’s moving up!” Stephanie: “How is he moving?” Amanda: “His slime.” Stephanie: “Did you know slugs have a foot?” Amanda: “Yea just like snails!” Ellie: “Teacher look, he’s going up!” James: “Look the nana slug is going in (...