Metal/Brass Polishing Activity

The whole set Includes:

• Plastic tray with handles
• Transparent container - to hold all materials
• Small metal bucket – the object to polish
• Small glass cup - for polishing liquid
• Dropper bottle with polish (prepared by the teacher – a mix of vinegar, salt, and water)
• Cotton balls, cotton swabs
• Blue sponge (utility sponge)
• Child-sized apron

• Two blue cloths – one for buffing, one for cleaning

   

Presentation:

1. The tray is stored on the shelf with all materials inside the clear container.

2. The child carries the tray to the table and removes the container.

3. Items are taken out and arranged neatly on the tray.

4. The metal object (bucket) is placed in the center – this is the object to polish.

5. The child uses the dropper to place a few drops of polish into the glass cup.

6. The child dips a swab into the polish and applies it to the metal cup.

7. After letting the polish dry, the polish is removed with cotton ball.

8. The small blue cloth is used to buff and shine the metal.

9. The child observes the result.

To Clean Up: 

1 Put away object

2. Clean cup at sink with utility sponge

3. Dispose cotton ball and cotton swab and replace them from supply 

4. Fold the clothes and replace them if needed.

5. Wipe the tray with the sponge.

6. Return all materials to the container and placed back on the tray.

7. Return the tray to the shelf.

8. Wash hands after exercise.

Points of Interest:

Watching the metal surface change from dull to shiny.

Using a dropper and soft materials with care.

Purpose:

To develop independence, concentration, and fine motor skills.

To learn how to care for metal objects.

To take pride in careful, detailed work.

Recommended Age: 2½ years and up.