Transfering water with a sponge

Age
3-6

Materials

 * 1) Two identical bowls, one half filled with water.
 * 2) Sponge.
 * 3) Tray.

Preparation
This is an individual presentation.

Presentation

 * 1) Directress shows the child how to carry the materials on a tray to the table and shows the child how to use the sponge.
 * 2) Start transferring from left to right.
 * 3) Directress shows the child how to soak up the water from the left bowl.
 * 4) Place the sponge into the bowl, squeeze and slowly let go the sponge to soak up the water.
 * 5) Then, take the sponge and hold it over the right-hand bowl, gently squeeze the sponge to let the water drip back into the bowl.
 * 6) If any water is spilled, the sponge is used to mop it.
 * 7) Repeat step two till water is completely transferred to the right bowl.
 * 8) When completed, transfer the water back to the left bowl.

Control Of Error
Spillage - visual. The sponge is used to mop up spills.

Purpose
Direct aims: 


 * To teach the child how to use the sponge.

Indirect aims: 


 * To develop the child's eye-hand coordination.
 * To develop the child's fine motor skills.
 * To develop the child concentration.
 * To develop the child's independence.
 * To satisfy the child's need for order.
 * To build their muscles for pencil grip.