The Rice Pan Bridge Cross

The Rice Pan Bridge Cross

Steps:

  • Pour Rice into the Aluminium Foil Pan.
  • Place three Craft Sticks across the pan width to form narrow bridges.
  • Put a few small Blocks on the table next to the pan.
  • Give your child the Tongs to pick up one Block.
  • Challenge them to walk the Block across a Craft Stick bridge.
  • If the Block falls into the Rice, try again!
  • Deliver all the Blocks to the other side to win.

Safety Tip:
Always supervise your child when playing with small blocks or rice. These materials can be a choking hazard. Ensure the pan is on a flat surface to prevent spills.

The Noodle Button Tunnel

The Noodle Button Tunnel

Steps:

  • Cut a piece of yarn about three feet long using your scissors.
  • Tie one end of the yarn to a sturdy chair leg.
  • Thread the other end through the center of a pool noodle.
  • Place your buttons in the aluminium foil pan at the start.
  • Hold the loose end of the yarn tight so it stays straight.
  • Ask your child to slide a button onto the yarn.
  • They must push it all the way through the pool noodle tunnel.
  • Have them drop the buttons into different baking cups at the finish line!

Safety Tip:
Adult supervision is required. Small buttons are a choking hazard. Keep all small materials away from children who still place objects in their mouths.

Foil Pan Table Skater

Foil Pan Table Skater

Steps:

  • Use masking tape to create a winding track on a table.
  • Use markers to draw arrows on the tape to show the way.
  • Place two sponges inside the aluminium foil pan for hand cushions.
  • Have your child stand and place one hand on each sponge.
  • Ask them to slide the pan along the tape path.
  • They should follow the curves without lifting the pan.
  • Encourage them to reach far to the left and right.

Safety Tip:
Make sure the table is at a comfortable height for your child to lean on safely.

Foil Gem Treasure Rescue

Foil Gem Treasure Rescue

Steps:

  • Help your child cut small squares of aluminum foil using safety scissors.
  • Wrap one bead inside each piece of foil to make a treasure gem.
  • Squeeze the foil tightly so the bead is hidden.
  • Place each foil gem into a separate slot in the ice cube tray.
  • Give your child the tweezers to hold with their dominant hand.
  • Ask them to move the gems into the aluminum foil pan.
  • Once moved, use both hands to unwrap the foil and find the beads.

Safety Tip:
Beads and small foil pieces are choking hazards. Always supervise your child closely during this activity. Ensure all beads are collected after play.

Floating Sponge Button Stack

Floating Sponge Button Stack

Steps:

  • Fill the aluminium foil pan halfway with water.
  • Place the sponge gently on top of the water so it floats.
  • Put a small bowl of buttons next to the pan.
  • Ask your child to pick up one button using their thumb and pointer finger.
  • Challenge them to place the button carefully onto the center of the floating sponge.
  • See how many buttons they can stack before the sponge tips or sinks!
  • Try placing buttons on the corners of the sponge to see how it wobbles.

Safety Tip:
Always supervise your child during water play. Buttons are small and are a choking hazard. Ensure your child does not put them in their mouth.