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Simple Science: Sink or Float

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About this activity

Gather household objects and a basin of water. Have your child predict whether each item will sink or float, then test it together. Introduces scientific thinking and observation skills.

What you'll need

  • Basin of water
  • assorted household objects (cork
  • coin
  • sponge
  • rock
  • plastic toy
  • feather
  • spoon)
  • towel