Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to explore water play with pom poms by squeezing them and putting them into cups.

Materials and Prep

• Water
• Pom poms
• Cups
• Towels or mats for easy cleanup

Make sure the area is safe and childproofed. Keep an eye on the student at all times during the activity.

Activities

• Fill a basin or small tub with water.
• Show the student how to squeeze the pom poms to absorb water, and then release them into the basin.
• Encourage the student to explore different colors and sizes of pom poms.
• Provide cups for the student to fill with water using the pom poms.
• Allow the student to pour the water from the cups back into the basin, observing the movement and sound of the water.
• Engage in open-ended play, letting the student experiment with squeezing, pouring, and transferring water using the pom poms and cups.

Talking Points

• "Look at the pom pom! It's soft and colorful."
• "Let's dip the pom pom into the water. Squeeze it and see how it absorbs the water."
• "Now, release the pom pom into the water. Watch it float."
• "Can you find a big pom pom? How about a small one? Let's compare them."
• "Take a cup and try filling it with water using the pom pom. Squeeze it and let the water flow into the cup."
• "Wow, you filled the cup! Now, pour the water back into the basin. Listen to the sound it makes."
• "What happens if you squeeze the pom pom really hard? Does more water come out?"
• "Let's see if we can transfer the water from one cup to another. Can you pour the water carefully?"
• "Great job! You are learning about water and how it moves. Water is so much fun to play with!"