Monday, September 24, 2007

Enchantment of Water


FOR AGES: TODDLERS
Although it may be simple, a sponge and a bowl of water can keep a toddler fascinated for a long time.


THE ENCHANTMENT OF WATER
MATERIALS:
Dishpan and water
optional objects:
clean dry sponges
plastic bottles
corks and straws
tennis ball
ice cubes

DIRECTIONS:
Cut the sponges into pieces that are too big to swallow.

Put a shallow amount of water in the pan and toss the sponges in.. Show your child how to soak up the water with the sponge and then squeeze it out.

Cut a plastic bottle in half to make a funnel and a cup. (Tape the edges if needed)

Put a tennis ball in the water to chase around as it moves freely in the dishpan.

Add corks to the water and blow them around with a straw.

Add ice cubes for another interesting variation.

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