Kahaku Exploration Workshop at Home! INDEX

It's time for the long-awaited crafts and experiments! Make sure to do it with your family.

Here, we'll start with a craft called "Let's Draw Sparkling Pictures."

First, let's get the things you'll need:

First, we'll make saturated saltwater.

Exactly. It's the salt water where salt has dissolved to the point where no more can dissolve.
Pour the water and salt into the cup, and stir well with the chopsticks or something similar.

Once your saltwater is ready, dip your paintbrush into it and use it to paint a picture on the black paper.

Looks great! Load your brush with plenty of saltwater and keep painting away!

Now, here comes the fun part!
If it's a sunny day, put the black paper in a sunny spot and let it dry. If you're in a hurry, you can use a hair dryer on the low setting to dry it quickly. The key is to move the paper very gently.

Do you know what that sparkle is?

Yes, that's exactly right!!
So the salt that dissolved in water has turned back into salt crystals. It's beautiful, isn't it?

If you apply another coat after it dries, the crystals will get thicker and sparkle even more. Be careful not to tear the paper when you do it.

That's great to hear. Good luck with your other homework, too.