Description
A fun and engaging way to explore art and science with kids using melting ice and vibrant colors.
Ingredients
- Ice cubes (or a large block of ice)
- Food coloring or liquid watercolors
- Small cups or bowls
- Paintbrushes
- A tray or baking sheet (to catch melting water)
- Paper or canvas (to paint on)
Instructions
- Prepare the ice by filling an ice tray with water and freezing it until solid, or freezing a large block of ice in a container.
- Set up your workspace by placing a tray or baking sheet on a flat surface and laying out your paper or canvas.
- Add color by pouring food coloring or liquid watercolors into small cups and using a paintbrush to apply the color onto the ice.
- Watch as the colors drip and blend as the ice melts, encouraging kids to observe the color changes.
- Finish your artwork once the ice has melted and set it aside to dry if necessary.
Notes
Experiment with natural dyes and textured items for more sensory fun. Supervise younger children during the activity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Experiment
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg