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Amy,

I think the consensus is that if you can afford the sustained effort and expense, water play is very worthwhile.  And if you take it seriously and design something with conceptual depth and high fabrication standards it will be a highlight of your museum for many years.

Good luck with your project,

Erich

Erich Rose Design
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On Apr 24, 2013, at 10:30 AM, Cricket Brooks wrote:

> ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers
> Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related institutions.
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> I would also add that I've seen many kids with varied special needs
> gravitate toward the water area and engage rapturously there.  Something to
> keep in mind as you consider the cost/benefits.
> 
> -Cricket
> 
> 

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