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Water Play Activities for Kids

Source: Wonderplay. 1995.

Life Skills Activities

  • Bathing a plastic doll or figurine.
  • Washing toys.
  • A plastic tablecloth on the floor of the kitchen or bathroom and a plastic basin to play with just a few inches of water (1 - 2 inches). Provide small sponges, and measuring cups with spouts. Turn on your child's favorite songs (not near water area).
Art Activities
  • Painting with a paintbrush and water only.
  • Painting with food coloring.
  • Painting with water paints. 
  • Watercolor and crayons.
Food Activities
  • Melons
  • Homemade Popsicles
  • Adding water to ingredients to create a dish or a meal.
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