Ice Smashing
Instead of writing one big long Tot School post, I’m going to start highlighting some individual activities that The Littlest Apple has enjoyed. This ice hammering activity was a HUGE hit at our house, perfect for those hot summer afternoons. The Littlest Apple has asked for it many times since we first tried this a few days ago. Just freeze some small trinkets overnight in a bowl full of water. I used gold coins and fish leftover from our sensory bins, cookie cutters and other playdough accessories, and a few little vehicles. Then just pop the big ice block out, give your kiddo a hammer (a REAL one!) and let them try to “rescue” the trinkets from the ice. What kid doesn’t love smashing things?! We’ll be doing this activity again soon!
Oh yes, we will most definitely do this in the very near future. We did something sort of similar last summer where I froze plastic animals and James used a variety of ways (salt, warm water) to “unearth” them. 🙂
Love all of your ideas, Cara.
What a great idea! I was just lamenting the fact that I can never think of good craft projects for Hadley. You always seem to have great ideas at the ready:-)!!
great idea! I am definately going to do this one soon. I also love your new sensory bins, especially the ice cream one.
Just saw this activity over at Caedens Corner blog. What a great idea. Thanks for sharing.
Can I recommend that the kids wear protective eyewear if they’re going to be smashing ice with a hammer?