- Understanding of the concept of freezing and melting
- Observation skills to notice changes in the ice as it melts
- Understanding of the properties of water and how it changes state
- Introduction to the concept of temperature and its effect on matter
- Developed fine motor skills while trying to get the toys out of the ice
For continued development, the child can explore other ways to freeze and melt objects, such as using different liquids or freezing objects in different shapes. They can also learn about the different states of matter and how they relate to temperature. Additionally, they can experiment with different materials to see how they react to freezing and melting.