What do you get when you mix ice and paint? An awesome sensory experience!
Materials:
Instructions:
This activity is the simplest! Just pour ice into a tray or shallow container and offer some containers of washable paint nearby (choose 2-3 colors that mix well together). Provide a paintbrush for each color and get painting!
Extension- Make a print by pressing a paper towel on top of the ice. Lift the paper towel to reveal the colorful ice print!
What are they learning?
- Investigation & Inquiry- Observes, inquires, and investigates objects and events to gain understanding.
- Physical Science- Explores forces, motion, and materials and how they change.
- Fine Motor- Builds strength and coordination of small movements in hands to pick up, squeeze, twist, cut, and manipulate tools and toys.
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