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Time

  • 10 to 15 minutes

Materials

  • Plastic tub full of sand
  • Small metal objects
  • Magnet

Directions

A magnet is fun to play with, and in this activity it is paired with the excitement of a treasure hunt. Hide the metal objects in the sand and let your child pull them out with the magnet.

Extensions

  • Make a list of each item in the sand to cross off as they are pulled out until all are found.
  • Add a few plastic items and discuss what happens to them.
  • Have your child gather a few items around the house and try them out, and then discuss the results.

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Copyright © 2004 by Susan Kettmann. Excerpted from The 2,000 Best Games & Activities with permission of its publisher, Sourcebooks, Inc.

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