Dinosaur Ice Excavation Sensory Activity
Embark on a prehistoric adventure with the Dinosaur Ice Excavation Sensory Activity! This engaging and hands-on experience invites children to unearth dinosaurs frozen in ice using various tools and techniques.
With a blend of sensory exploration and imaginative play, this activity promises hours of fun while fostering fine motor skills development.
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Let’s dive into a thrilling journey of discovery as we uncover ancient creatures trapped in icy time capsules!
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Dinosaur Age or Ice Age First
The dinosaurs lived during the Mesozoic Era, which began approximately 252 million years ago and ended around 66 million years ago.
The Ice Age, also known as the Pleistocene Epoch, occurred much later, starting about 2.6 million years ago and ending around 11,700 years ago. Therefore, the dinosaurs existed long before the Ice Age.
How to Play with Dinosaur Ice Excavation
To play with the dinosaur ice excavation sensory activity, provide the child with various tools such as toy hammers, plastic utensils, or spray bottles filled with warm water.
Encourage them to use these tools to excavate the dinosaurs from the ice by chipping away at the ice or melting it.
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As they uncover each dinosaur, they can observe and identify the different species.
This activity not only promotes sensory exploration but also encourages fine motor skills development and imaginative play.
Materials for Dinosaur Ice Excavation
- Ice tray
- Dinosaur toys
- Water
- Container
- Stones or toy hammer
- Optional: poster board or mat for outdoor use
How to Make Dinosaur Ice Sensory Activity
Place one dinosaur in each compartment of the ice tray, ensuring that part of the dinosaur, such as the tail, sticks out slightly to provide a grip for the child.
Fill the ice tray with water and freeze it.
Once frozen, remove the dinosaur ice cubes from the tray and place them in a bin.
Encourage the child to use stones or toy hammers/objects to break the ice away from each dinosaur.
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This activity is perfect for outdoor play on a sunny day!
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