Skill· 22mo–2y· 2 min
Sink or Float Discovery
Parent and toddler explore buoyancy by testing fruits and vegetables in water, predicting and observing which sink and which float. The agent coaches the parent to observe fine motor control, object manipulation, and early scientific reasoning as the child handles different objects and makes discoveries about their properties.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Large container filled halfway with water placed on a waterproof surface. At least 5 different fruits/vegetables nearby — some that sink (carrot, potato) and some that float (apple, orange). Towel handy for spills. Toddler should be able to stand or sit comfortably at the container.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
Visual example
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