Newsletter Page Five - Vol. 2, Issue 1
Life's Challanges - January, 2003
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Creative Ideas
A Magic Trick! By Christine Dernederlanden

This trick was taught to me by a Child Life Specialist and I thank her, it is great!

You will need:

  • A plastic bottle or a large bowl
  • Equal parts of Water & Vinegar
  • Food colouring
  • Bleach
Ask the participants, usually children, to pick a colour that represents how they feel about the grief they are experiencing. Mix the vinegar and water in the bottle/bowl. No matter what, the water will turn gray. Why? Because if we keep all of our sads, mads, and emotions inside we turn gray inside.

Now pour a tiny bit of bleach into the bottle. The water will turn yellow, then clear overtime. Why? Because the sun shines in our tummies. When we share our feelings with others we start to feel better. Slowly, overtime, you will feel better, too.

This is a great way to show children the value of sharing and supporting each other.

I give it ***** stars!

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