Hello Everyone,
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What a weekend we had last week! Such a lovely sun out just for us. Since it has been so beautiful and it is art week we will try a simple experiment, you might have tried it before. If not, this is a great opportunity to explore and have some fun.
So, we will be doing a magical rainbow. There are a few materials you can use so feel free to try things you might find at home.
Let’s start with the materials.
Materials
- Paper Towel
- Washable markers
- Water
- 2 Small Glasses
Step 1
Fold a piece of paper towel (like if it was a book). Cut the paper to be 7.5 inches or 19 cm (any longer and the rainbow may not connect fully).
![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/as/public/methlickspring/uploads/sites/2993/2020/06/29143723/Measure-Paper-Towel.jpg)
Step 2
Draw rectangles of the rainbow colours on each end. Make sure you colour them really well and that they have lots of ink so it can travel easily later on.
![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/as/public/methlickspring/uploads/sites/2993/2020/06/29142234/Draw-Colors-on-Paper-Towel.jpg)
![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/as/public/methlickspring/uploads/sites/2993/2020/05/27154054/Draw-Rainbow-Colors-on-Paper-Towel.jpg)
Step 3
Place 2 cups with water filled 3/4 full. You only want the bottom of the paper towel in so, leave some space from the top of the cup.
![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/as/public/methlickspring/uploads/sites/2993/2020/06/29142459/2-Glasses-with-Water.jpg)
Then place the edges in each cup, wait patiently and you will see what happens.
![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/as/public/methlickspring/uploads/sites/2993/2020/05/27154058/Place-Paper-Towel-Into-Water.jpg)
Step 4
Observe and wait patiently and you will see this happening. Leave it for 10 to 15 mnts. ![](https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/as/public/methlickspring/uploads/sites/2993/2020/05/27154057/Place-Both-Sides-Into-Water.jpg)
What do you think it is going to happen at the end?
Comments your thoughts and ideas. Send a photo to your teachers of your rainbow. 🙂
Happy Art Week!