Introduce science to your preschooler with these pirate-inspired treasure cubes! You'll be combing a sensory activity with math and science when you make these treasure cubes. Your preschooler will enjoy finding different colored gems and counting them in the end.
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These Print & Go Science Activities are perfect for children aged 3-5! They will introduce your preschooler to physical, earth, and life sciences with fun, engaging activities.
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Make the Exploding Treasure Cubes
Supplies
- baking soda
- water
- Jello powder for color and scent (optional)
- ice cube trays
- vinegar
- empty condiment bottles, empty dish soap bottles,
- gems or other treasures (coins, buttons, beads, googly eyes, etc)
Step 1 Combine 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water, add the Jell-o as desired.
Step 2 Pour the mixture into the ice cube trays, add different treasures into each compartment and wait 2-3 hours or overnight for the mixture to freeze.
Step 3 Pop the frozen cubes onto a baking sheet or empty container and fill the empty condiment containers with vinegar.
Step 4 Have your preschooler squeeze the vinegar onto the treasure cubes and watch as the cubes “explode” and reveal the treasures!
Step 5 Have your kids sort the treasures into groups, count them, and name the colors to use this experiment as a math and literacy activity as well.
What They're Learning:
Science and Math
Combine this simple science experiment and counting the hidden treasures to create the ultimate fun learning activity! Your preschool will love experiencing the science part of this when combining the baking soda with the vinegar and then using their math skills to count and sort the treasures!
Fine Motor
Sorting and picking up the treasures is an excellent way to practice fine motor skills. Kids can use their fingers or they can use tongs to heighten the fine motor experience and introduce hand-eye coordination.
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There's nothing better than seeing your preschoolers learning through play! We'd love for you to share photos of your child's Exploding Treasure Cubes with us on Facebook and Instagram!
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