Silver Polishing Activity

The whole set Includes:

-  Plastic tray with handles

- Transparent container - to hold all materials

-  Small glass cup - for polishing liquid

- Dropper bottle with a mix of vinegar and water – polish liquid (prepared by the teacher)

- Plastic container for baking soda

- Small brush

- Cotton ball

- Utility sponge

- Two cloths – one for buffing, one for cleaning

-Child-sized apron

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 silver polishing object (not included in this set) is placed in the center. 

5. The child uses the spoon to place baking soda into the glass cup.

6. The child uses the dropper to place a few drops of polish liquid into the glass cup to mix it with baking soda. The polish is ready!

7. The child dips a brush into the polish and applies it to the silver object.

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

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

10. The child observes the result.

To Clean Up:

1.            Put away the object

2.            Clean the cup at a sink with utility sponge

3.            Dispose the cotton ball and replace it from supply 

4.            Fold the clothes and replace them if needed.

5.            Wipe the tray with the utility 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 silver objects.

To take pride in careful, detailed work.