These colorful and soothing water beads will be an option for the kids to explore with their hands (with strict instructions for hand washing before and after of course!!!) as they consider what their art options might be, work through a stressful topic, or just wind down after making art and getting ready to return to the art room. 

 

It is my plan to repurpose these at the end of the year by leading the kids in an activity to create stress balls.  We will fill some sturdy balloons with these water beads and explore how satisfying they feel when you need something to squeeze in you hand.  Should be fun!  (and Relaxing!)