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Latest revision as of 08:11, 28 January 2022

Eyedropper Transfer
Practical Life - Fine Motor Skills
Eyedropper 3.JPG
LevelPrimary
PrerequisitesUsing a Baster
Materialseyedropper
2 small glasses
a sponge
tray

The purpose of this activity is to teach the child to use an eyedropper. The activity also prepares the child for activities that require an eyedropper.

Presentation

  1. Carry the material to a table.
    Eyedropper 1.JPG
  2. Take the dropper and put the end in the water. Squeeze the bulb until bubbles appear in the water, then release the bulb so the water will be drawn in.
    Eyedropper 2.JPG
  3. Move the dropper over the other glass and squeeze the water out.
    Eyedropper 3.JPG
  4. Repeat until all the water has been moved to the other glass.

Points of Interest

Eye Dropper, Color of the water, transferring, Water being sucked up the dropper, water being pushed out of the dropper, drip of the last drop

Control of Error

  • if water drips on the tray the child will know they need to be more careful

Variations and Extensions

  • The child could transfer water using a pipette.

Material

Where to Buy

Prices and links checked: 23 January 2022
(Amazon/Bookshop are affiliate links, which help cover costs of running the site.)

Dropper Bottle (1 oz)
Store Price
U.S. Plastic Corp.
clear glass, dropper included
$3.01
Montessori Services $1.25

Further Reading