Our Interactive Aquariums

Materials Needed:
Gravel
Shells
Plastic plants
Plastic fish
Net (small)
Water thermometer
Sensory table (with water)
Rakes (small ones)

What to Do:
Fill the bottom of the sensory table with gravel, shells, and plastic plants.
Add water and fish to the sensory table.
Provide a small fish net and water thermometer for the children to explore with.
Explain to the children how to use the water thermometer and discuss the importance of a safe water temperature for fish.
Invite children to use the rakes and fish nets to arrange the “fish tank” in any way they would like.
When finished remind the children to wash their hands.