Ice Cream Counting Game

Ice cream, droppers and counting… this game has it all!

Materials

Cardboard
Facial cotton rounds
Glue
Paint maker or permanent marker
Colored dye
Droppers

How To

Draw five triangles and make lines like a cone.
Add the numbers to the bottom, next to the cones.
Add facial cotton swabs on top of each cone.
Add colored dye to water and have fun making ice cream flavors!

Skills

Hand-eye Coordination

Pincer grip

Hand strength and control

Counting

Tips with Miss Charlotte

This activity is not just about counting on a grid! It’s a playful way to strengthen fine motor muscles using the dropper. Ask your child what flavor ice cream they want to make, create that color dye and play ice cream shop together!

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