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Child creates non-Newtonian fluid mixing cornstarch and water for sensory exploration (1 cup water+2 cups corn strach (additional if needed))

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Age Range
36-84 months
Duration
20-40 minutes
Energy Level
active
Space
table

Materials Needed

Cornstarch, water, food coloring (optional), large tray or bin, measuring cups

Uses household items only

How to Do This Activity

Child creates non-Newtonian fluid mixing cornstarch and water for sensory exploration (1 cup water+2 cups corn strach (additional if needed))

💡 Tip: Detailed step-by-step instructions with photos are available in the app.

What Your Child Will Learn

Primary Skills

Scientific observation, sensory exploration, cause and effect

Learning Outcomes

Introduces states of matter through hands-on experimentation

Safety Information

Supervision Level: active supervision

Non-toxic materials; may be messy

💧 Water Activity

Activity Details

Preparation Time
10 minutes
Mess Level
very_messy
Space Size
medium
Location
indoor
👫 Sibling Friendly

Tags

sciencesensorymixing

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