![]() Your child can observe what happens when the gelatin is exposed to heat. (Optional) If it’s a warm, sunny day, place the tray of gelatin outside in the sun for about an hour. Observe: Ask, “What does the broken-up gelatin feel like? Squishy? Watery?”ħ. Once your child is done adding colors, they can explore the colorful gelatin with their hands or break it up using child-safe forks and spoons.Ħ. (Demonstrate how to use droppers if necessary.) Insert droppers into the gelatin, squeeze, and watch as the colors spread out!ĥ. Have your child use pipettes or medicine droppers to suck up the colors. For vivid colors, add 15-20 drops of either to a half-cup of water.Ĥ. Add food coloring or liquid watercolor paints to small bowls/cups. Ask, “What happened to the gelatin/water mixture in the refrigerator? Can you think of any other foods that get firm (solid) once they’re cool?” (Melted butter and frozen water.) “What does the gelatin feel like now? Smooth, bouncy, firm?”ģ. Observe: Have your child explore the gelatin using the senses of sight and touch. The activity will still work and be fun regardless!)Ģ. ( Note: The gelatin might fall apart during the transfer. When the gelatin is firm, remove it from the fridge and carefully transfer it onto a large tray, a baking sheet, or a large plate.
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