Ice Excavation Rescue

Drop the toys into the tub and fill it with water so they're covered.

Put the tub in the freezer and leave it until it's frozen solid, which takes a few hours or overnight.

Turn the tub upside down over a tray and pop the ice block out.

Drip warm water over the ice from the pipette or spoon to melt little tunnels down to the toys.

Sprinkle salt onto the ice and listen for the crackle as it eats into the surface.

Gently tap and wiggle the ice with the blunt tool to help pieces break away.

Keep dripping, sprinkling and tapping until every toy is free.

If the ice is melting slowly, add more warm water and salt, and try the spots where the ice is thinnest.