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Sink and Float

Child predicts and tests which objects sink or float in water

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Age Range
24-60 months
Duration
20-35 minutes
Energy Level
active
Space
table

Materials Needed

Water container, various objects, prediction chart, towels

Uses household items only

How to Do This Activity

Child predicts and tests which objects sink or float in water

What Your Child Will Learn

Primary Skills

Scientific prediction, observation, density concepts

Learning Outcomes

Develops scientific thinking through hypothesis testing and observation

Safety Information

Supervision Level: active supervision

Supervise water activity; prevent spills

💧 Water Activity

Activity Details

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

Tags

densitypredictionscientific method

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