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Winter Wonderland / Glitter Snow Globes

Glitter Snow Globes

Children glue a small figure inside a jar lid, then fill the jar with water, glycerine and glitter to make a shaking snow globe.

How to run it

  1. Glue a small waterproof figure to the inside of a jar lid and let it set.
  2. Fill a plastic jar almost full with water and add a few drops of glycerine.
  3. Add glitter, then screw the lid on tightly.
  4. Seal the lid with strong glue or tape (educator) and shake.

You will need

  • plastic jars with lids
  • small waterproof figures
  • glycerine
  • glitter
  • water
  • waterproof glue
Make it easier or harderYounger children can choose and add glitter; older children can build a scene with several figures.
SafetyUse plastic jars rather than glass, and educators apply strong glue and seal the lids.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Assembling a snow globe builds planning and fine motor skills.

Fits these theme days

Winter WonderlandChristmasChristmas in JulySanta's Workshop

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