This activity is a wonderful learning opportunity for infants, under strict supervision. Although, children of all ages will be fascinated by this activity.
Supplies
- Rice
- 1 tsp vinegar
- Food colouring
- Zip lock bag
- Lavender essential oil (optional)
Directions
- Put rice, vinegar and a couple drops of food colouring into a zip lock bag.
- Gently shake the bag to mix the ingredients. This will dye the rice.
- Empty the bag of rice on to a large pan. Lay flat until dry (about 20 minutes).
- If you are making multiple colours, repeat steps 1 – 3 for each colour.
- Rice should be stored in a sealed bin.
- Have fun!
Adaptations or Extensions of Play
- Add small world items (animal figurines, ocean theme, snow theme, etc.)
- Add cups and containers for dumping, filling and pouring
- Hide items such as alphabet letters, numbers, small toys or figurines to be found (larger toys for infants and toddlers)
- Large tweezers for kids can be used to pick up items hidden in the rice
Skills
- Sensory skills
- Math skills
- Science skills
- Cognitive skills
- Fine motor skills
- Eye hand coordination
- Visual perception skills
- Imaginative play
- Dramatic play
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