- 1). Watch your students and ask about their interests. Since exploratory centers do not need to follow the formal curriculum, educators can incorporate a variety of learning materials into these centers.
- 2). Designate one or two areas in the classroom for the exploratory centers. Centers do not have to be large areas, only enough room to accommodate one or two students at a time is needed. Centers should be out of the way, but still within a teacher's view.
- 3). Arrange tables, chairs and large objects in the discovery area. Add a rug or pillows for students to sit on while exploring objects.
- 4). Enlist the parents for help. Ask the students and their parents to donate any unwanted or unneeded items for the exploratory center. Give the students the opportunity to contribute to the centers; allowing them to help design or add things to an exploratory station increases interest and participation.
- 5). Put similar objects into the centers. A "space" exploration center might include a space helmet, small rocks, a mobile of the planets and books dedicated to space. Be creative and encourage your students to be creative also. Keep each center focused on one theme to avoid over-stimulation or confusion. Centers are meant to encourage students to learn about a variety of things on their own.
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