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Polar Day / Frozen Animal Rescue

Frozen Animal Rescue

Children free toy animals frozen in ice blocks using salt, droppers and warm water. A sensory science rescue mission.

How to run it

  1. Freeze toy animals in containers overnight.
  2. Set out ice blocks in trays.
  3. Children use salt and droppers of warm water.
  4. Rescue the animals and talk about melting.

You will need

  • ice blocks with toys
  • salt
  • droppers
  • warm water
  • trays
Make it easier or harderUse smaller blocks for younger children; older children can test different methods.
SafetyUse warm, not hot, water and remind children not to taste the salt.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children investigate melting and change.

Fits these theme days

Polar DayWinter WonderlandWild RescueScience WeekWater Play Day

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