Beach in a Pan

Water has the power to wear down rocks and soil -- even beaches. Your kids can do this beach in a pan activity to recreate how erosion happens in nature. There goes the beach!

©2007 Publications International, Ltd. Beach in a Pan

What You'll Need:

• Large rectangular pan
• Brick
• Sand
• Gravel
• Water
• Sponge

How to Make a Beach in a Pan:

Step 1: Set one end of your pan on a brick so the end of the pan is raised a few inches.

Step 2: Use sand and gravel to make a "beach" at the high end of the pan. You may need to dampen the sand to make it stay in place.

Step 3: Pour water into the low end of the pan until the water reaches the beach.

Step 4: Now put a thick sponge in the water at the low end of the pan. Push down on the sponge to make waves in your ocean.

Step 5: Watch what the waves do to the beach. That's erosion!

Keep reading for a relaxing beach activity that engages your children's listening skills.

For more fun kids activities and beach crafts, check out:

• Easy Crafts for Kids
• Summer Crafts
• Easy Beach Crafts for Kids