Keep shaking until it turns to whipped cream. Open the jar and check on it after about two minutes of shaking. If it's still liquid, keep shaking.Note: Small hands have little shakes, so they’re going to need help. If you have older children, they can take turns, or the adults can help. If you’re working with very young ones, have the child count to a set number, so they know when their turn is up.
Notes
Special equipment: Clear container with a lid. The mixture needs room to move, a quart-sized container works great. Dusty Apron is reader-supported. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Here are a couple of options:
32 oz. mason jar
Plastic quart container
Tips for toddler/preschool aged: Work on a cookie sheet, so spilled ingredients stay in one place (easier clean up).Bonus Activity: Measure cream into a bowl. Give the child a measuring spoon and have them scoop cream from the bowl into the jar. Have them “measure” 4 or 5 scoops into the jar (counting practice). If you have more than one child, they can take turns scooping (2 or 3 scoops each). When they’re done scooping, pour the remaining cream into the jar (plus any cream that spilled onto the baking sheet).Early Childhood Development Skills:
Math: Counting
Science: Observing cause and effect - cream changing from liquid to foam
Social: Taking turns - shaking and scooping
Motor skills, hand-eye: Pouring ingredients into a jar