One of the activities I remember fondly from my early school days was melting crayons on a hot plate. With all the issues of safety, I don't think it's a common project these days, at least not in Kindergarten, but I have seen it popping up in the homeschool and preschool networks all over the web. I decided it was time to take a risk and let my son try this fun activity.
Unfortunately, I don't have a flat electric griddle. I wish I did for the sole purpose of this project, but I had to work with what I had; my George Foreman grill with interchangeable plates. I attached the griddle plate and covered it with foil. I wasn't sure how messy my son would get. Once it was warmed, I placed the construction paper over the foil.
Michael enjoyed watching the crayons melt over the paper.
One crayon just wasn't enough!
The finished product.
My son is a boys boy; always going, always busy. Projects never last for very long but he does seem to enjoy them. This was a simple project to pull out that didn't require a lot of set-up so the fact that he finished in 5 minuets wasn't a big deal. I definitely want to try this again when his sister is around!
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I was just talking about crayon melting with my teachers. They never heard of it. I too wish I had a hot plate. I did show them the fine art of crayon shavings wax paper and an old iron.
ReplyDeleteI think this sounds like fun! A well-supervised activity for sure, but preschoolers would definitely love it! At least, mine would!
ReplyDeleteI love this type idea! I think the best part is how much fun you had with your kids. It sounds like they really had a great time!!Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI think the best part is how much fun you had with your kids. It sounds like they really had a great time!!
I love this type idea! I think the best part is how much fun you had with your kids. It sounds like they really had a great time!
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Wow, what a fantastic idea!That looks amazing and much more fun. Thanks for sharing!
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Looks like fun. It might work to heat up a cookie sheet in the oven also at a low heat. It would probably hold enough heat for 5-10 minutes.
ReplyDeleteOoh how fun indeed! I definitely want to give crayon melting a go - we did it with Easter Eggs, but want to try rocks etc too!
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Wow! What a great tip. I love this activity! So cute.
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