Activity
Roll toy cars through washable paint onto paper or cardboard to explore movement. Toy animal figurines are also fun here. Are there materials from nature that you can add? What happens when you prop up one side of the cardboard to make a ramp? Make predictions and test which materials roll best. Finish with a soapy sponge “car wash” or "animal spa" for extra fun.
Materials
- Toy cars
- Animal figurines
- Natural items (pinecones, buckeyes, acorns, stones)
- Cardboard
- Paper
- Washable paint
Skill Building
This activity encourages children to make predictions and test them, part of the scientific process. By manipulating small objects like toy cars and animal figurines, they're also strengthening fine motor skills.
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