Looking for a fun activity to do with your kiddos? Try making some ice treasures or ice gems! This is a simple activity that doesn't require a whole lot of materials. No fancy materials to buy or craft items to find. All you need are these simple materials.
Materials:
- Water (boiled for best results)
- ice cube tray, shaped ice molds, muffin tin, bunt pan, or plastic container (anything that can be placed in the freezer)
- Food Coloring (optional)
- Nature Treasure (optional)
- Salt or dish soap
Directions:
- If boiling water, boil your water and let cool completely.
- Carefully, pour the water into your containers (molds, tins, containers).
- If wanting to make colorful ice treasures, add in the food coloring (be generous with the amount you use). Mix the water and the color together. Adding a bit of salt or dish soap will help the color stay even throughout.
- Add in nature treasures (pine needles, berries, acorns, etc.).
- Place in your freezer for at least 12 hours. Leaving in for 24 hours will ensure they are completely frozen.
- Remove from the freezer and let your kids explore. They can use a magnifying glass to take a close look.
- Another idea is to hide your treasures outside and have your kids discover them. Once they discover them, they can explore them using their senses.
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