Open Minds & Messy Hands
Celebrating and retelling the story of the nativity is an important aspect of Christmas. As it can be somewhat difficult for children to understand, by engaging in hands-on nativity activities, kids can better make sense of it all. Plus, these are tons of fun! 23 Nativity Activities for
Sock buddies are excellent homemade toys that provide fun and comfort to kids. They have a nice squishy feel and are slightly weighted making them excellent as a calm down tool or to fill a sensory need. This snowman sock buddy is perfect for the Winter and simple to make!
This stained glass nativity ornament is awesome for big kids to complete on their own, or for toddlers as their make the mosaic themselves. DIY ornaments make excellent keepsake crafts or gifts! This stained glass nativity ornament is awesome for big kids to complete independently, or great for toddlers as their
These Christmas activities for 1 and 2 year olds will get you through the Winter including sensory play, Christmas crafts for 1 year olds & fine motor. The toddler age can be a tough one to find engaging, hands-on learning activities for. But, as we know, experiential learning and
This adorable little reindeer Christmas ornament is made from plastic candy canes and twine! Check out what you need below, and watch the video tutorial for instructions. DIY Reindeer Christmas Ornament We love a good DIY ornament. It’s always fun to pull out the ornament box each year and
Busy bags are awesome to have on hand in many different occasions, like waiting rooms, while traveling, etc. We like to make ours out of craft foam and felt because they are simple and cheap, and my kids love them! This Christmas busy bag is based on the book Gingerbread
Jingle bells are so classic and fun for kids to play with during the holiday season. This jingle bells activity incorporates STEM learning and some fine motor practice through fun! Additionally, it provides kids with a nice sensory experience as well. RELATED: Jumping Jingle Bells Process Art *This post
Sensory bags are excellent learning tools for even young babies in addition to older children as well. This makes them perfect for families with a mix of ages, like ours! Engaging the senses is one of the best ways to process and remember information. This Winter sensory bag mixes temperature
My kids love busy bags year round, but making seasonal ones is always a fun way to celebrate the holidays and put a festive spin on some fun and learning. This Christmas busy bag uses felt to decorate ornaments – so easy and fun! *This post contains affiliate links.
Crafting is such a fun way to discuss a concept with kids. During the holiday season, I love to make nativity crafts with my kids. It provides time for fun and bonding, all while learning about Christmas in a hands-on way. 22 Nativity Crafts for Kids Geometric