Freezing and Melting
by Uva Jothi
#Scienceofplay32
A fun, simple and pretty experiment that lets you learn about the freezing and melting properties of water.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Suitable For: 5 - 6 years old
Estimated Time: >30 mins
Environment: Indoors

Learning Framework
Physical - Grip Control
Intellectual - Comparing, Observing, Predicting, Estimation
Emotional - Engagement
Social - Sharing with family and friends
Materials

Step 1
Fill a glove with water. Tell your child that they will have to tie off the glove and ask them to estimate the right water level.

Step 3
Place the glove in the freezer. Before that, let your child to observe the glove and predict what will happen once it is frozen.

Step 5
Place the frozen glove in a void deck or in any outdoor space and allow your child to observe what happens. Introduce to them the word “melting” and explain the concept to them.

Rubber or plastic gloves
Water
Rubber bands
Trinkets and other tiny objects
Big tray
Step 2
Add sequins and trinkets into the glove and tie it off with a rubber band or, if possible, a knot.

Step 4
Place the glove in the freezer. Before that, let your child to observe the glove and predict what will happen once it is frozen.
