Solar Dough - The Color Changes In The Sun And Makes Learning Fun

Anyone who has ever tried to teach a small child a little bit about science, likely has discovered just how difficult it can be to explain complex processes. When the desire is to educate little ones about the power of the sun and the incredible amount of energy it contains, there is a fun secret weapon that can be used. This weapon is a solar gadget called Solar Dough - the color changes in the sun, which is not only educational, but a whole lot of fun for young learners.

Solar Dough is similar to other clay-like play products, but it does have its own unique twist. Whatever color this dough starts out as will not be the shade it ends up with after it's put in the sun. The color change can be used to help illustrate such facts about sunlight as:

• How other objects can absorb its heat and rays - As Solar Dough absorbs the sun's light, children will be able to visibly see a change color. This will show them that absorption is happening.
• That solar energy is present even if kids can't see it - Understanding that light and heat can be power sources is tough for small children to get their minds around. When they "see" the sun's power enact with the dough, they will gain a better understanding.

Solar Dough is a specialty product that many parents are finding provides a high level of educational fun. The dough comes in four basic colors:

• Green - This turns to purple in sunlight and back to green in shade.
• Yellow - This dough becomes green when exposed to the sun.
• Blue - This becomes purple in the sun's rays.
• Pink - This one also becomes purple when it's brought out into the sun.

Solar Dough isn't a typical play product, but it can blend fun with education quite nicely. When showing kids a little bit about the sun's power is the plan, this is a useful tool for getting the job done.