Ice Search

We started by adding ice to the bowl, then milk bottle tops, some large wooden beads and pegs. Our toddler stirred the items to make a soup, then it turned into a game with our 5yr old. We asked questions like, "can you find the blue bead?" The coldness of the ice made it a fun surprising sensation as she searched for the item. Our toddler continued to put her hands in and look for items too. We would then talk about the colour, shape and size of item before having another turn. 

This activity helps to develop fine motor skills and teach shapes and colours. It also entertained us on a rainy morning!