Frozen Sculptures

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In this activity, learners use objects they find on a nature and water to make creative frozen sculptures. After learners create their sculpture, they are encouraged to document how it changes over time and experiment with introducing hot water and paint. This activity explores topics of creativity, natural objects, and the role of water in our lives. This activity includes step-by-step instructions with visual aids and uses low cost materials. This activity can be done at home.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
free per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 4 - adult
Resource Type:
Activity
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Assorted containers of different sizes
  • Found objects from nature
  • Tap water
  • Space in a freezer
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Baking sheet or large shallow bin (optional)
  • Washable paint and brushes (optional)
  • Sketching supplies (optional)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Earth and Space Science
    • Earth Structure
  • Physical Sciences
    • Heat and Thermodynamics
      • Heat and Temperature
    • States of Matter

Informal Categories

  • Arts and Crafts

Other

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

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Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston, 2020