OVERVIEW
Prep time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: 10 AED
Mess level: High
What you need
Container
Jelly
Any objects (these can vary with the development of the child)
Tools for extraction
Instructions
Mix the jelly (make as per instructions) with objects or food ie grapes and wait for it to set. Then give your child some tools and see what they do.
Notes
If you want to use a large container you may want to do one layer first, wait for it to set and then add another so that all the items are staggered.
Benefits:
A fun sensory play idea where the toddler is encouraged to find hidden animals/toys/items from jello filled bowl.
Ways to adapt:
This can be adapted in so many different ways depending on the age of your little one. For example, you can adapt to develop small world play and create an ocean setting
Mix different colors of jelly
Add letters/numbers to increase educational advantages
Include objects of different sizes
Get your child to uses tools and not just their hand to take out the objects to make it more challenging
Take direct from the freezer for that extra sensory expierce.
Top Tip:
Encourage your child to taste as well