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Baby Science
Contact_FullName: joanna Contact_Email: joannabmama@aol.com date:: 09/14/03 Area: baby science Idea: We placed different baby objects: rattle, baby spoon, bib, bottle, diaper in a feelie box. The children reached inside and tried to guess what each item was. We then showed it to the class and discussed how babies used each one.
11-7-00We talked about diapers and their use. We explained that the "fluffy stuff" helps absorb the liquid. I took apart a new disposable diaper and let the children feel "fluff". I then put some of the stuff in a tall drinking glass or vase, about 1/3 full compressing it down. I slowly poured water into the glass , adding about 1 cup. I then slowly turned the glass over asking "Where did all the water go?" The cellulose fibers will absorb quite a bit of liquid, keep adding more water until it is saturated. You'll be surprised how much it holds! You can pass around some of the wet material so they can see how it feels. |