children will use pipettes to drop liquid water colors onto paper towels on top of a light table

Science

• The 3-year-old student has learned about absorption as they observe the paper towels soaking up the liquid water colors.
• They have developed fine motor skills by using the pipettes to drop the water colors onto the paper towels.
• Through this activity, the concept of color mixing can be introduced as the different colors merge and blend on the paper towels.

For continued development, consider introducing the concept of chromatography by using different color combinations and observing how the colors separate and spread on the paper towels. Encourage the child to predict and observe how colors interact when combined. Additionally, explore the concept of light and color by discussing how the colors appear differently on the light table compared to regular lighting.

Book Recommendations

• Little Kids First Big Book of Why by Amy Shields: A fun and interactive book that sparks curiosity and answers common science questions for young children.
• Colorful World: A Journey Through Colors by Tom Schamp: This book explores the world of colors in a vibrant and engaging way, perfect for young learners interested in exploring color mixing and concepts.