Help your Year 1 child explore capacity and measurement through imaginative potion-making.

Potions Lab is a playful measuring activity that encourages children to estimate, fill and compare how much different containers can hold. As they measure each potion bottle using the same cup, they'll explore capacity, use language such as full, empty and half full, and begin to understand why using the same unit makes comparisons fair.

Simple to set up and easy to adapt, you'll receive a parent-friendly guide with clear instructions, practical learning tips and ideas to extend the play as your child's confidence grows. The activity is designed to be flexible. Gather containers of different shapes and sizes and use coloured water, sand, rice or lentils to create and measure your own pretend potions.

Skills Explored

• Understanding capacity
• Using language such as full, empty, half full and nearly full
• Measuring with the same unit
• Estimating and comparing capacity

You'll Need

• Several containers or jugs in different shapes and sizes
• One small container to use as a measuring cup
• Coloured water, sand, rice or lentils

Digital Download

This is an instant digital download. No physical product will be posted. Once your purchase is complete, you'll receive immediate access to your file, ready to enjoy at home.

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