# Squeeze a sponge between two bowls

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Last updated: 2026-10-12T19:22:46.747Z

Fill one bowl with a little water and leave another empty beside it on a towel\. Show your toddler how to press the sponge into the water, lift it, and squeeze it over the empty bowl\. Let them carry on until the water has moved across\.

## Activity facts

- Age range: 1–4 years
- Duration: 10 min
- Location: At home
- Category: Montessori
- Type: Activity

## Why it matters

Squeezing a sponge works the whole hand and shows your toddler how water moves from one place to another\.

## Benefit

Hand strength

## Materials

- Two small bowls
- Sponge
- Towel

## Safety note

Never leave a child alone near water, even a shallow bowl\. Use a sturdy sponge and take it away if your toddler chews it, because torn pieces are a choking risk\. Wipe spills straight away so the floor is not slippery\.