10 to 15 minutes
Materials
Plastic tub full of sandSmall metal objectsMagnet
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.
