Open Minds & Messy Hands
Boredom busters that are low-prep and easy. Perfect for big kids during the weekend or while home on break from school. Simple and fun for school-aged kids. “I’m bored.” “There’s nothing to do.” “Can we do a fun experiment?” Sound familiar? Spring break, summer vacation, Winter break…these can be daunting
This sensory bin displays the life cycle of a frog for kids. Containing water beads that resemble frog eggs, kids can sort, read and learn while playing! Sensory bins are excellent for early learning, and great for children with sensory-seeking behaviors. They provide opportunities for rich learning for kids
March kids activities in a clickable calendar. Download and save for free and keep your kids busy and learning all month long. Have you wanted to try some kind of Tot School or Preschool at Home but don’t have any idea where to start? While I do send my kids
Hunt for hidden shamrocks in this awesome St. Patrick’s Day sensory play for kids! Add plastic shamrock pieces to green water beads for fine motor and sensory fun. Engaging in sensory play for kids is such a fun way to learn! This water bead sensory play themed for St.
A large list of Spring activities for 1 year olds and toddlers. Including sensory activities, arts and crafts, and fine and gross motor fun. It can feel so overwhelming and difficult to do hands-on activities with 1 year olds! After all, they lack some of the fine motor skills
Activities for 1 and 2 year olds that celebrate Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter. Easter activities for 1 year olds that engage and are fun! I know technically Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day are in Winter, but I like to think of them as Spring holidays.
February kids activities in a clickable calendar. Download and save for free and keep your kids busy and learning all month long. Have you wanted to try some kind of Tot School or Preschool at Home but don’t have any idea where to start? While I do send my
This felt pancake busy bag is perfect for your children and fine motor skills. Great to play with as an extension activity to, ‘If You Give a Pig a Pancake’ We adore Laura Numeroff books in our house! They are awesome go-tos if we want to make the kids
Winter is the perfect time to get out and have play dates. Don’t let the snow keep you from enjoying time with friends. The big question is, “where to have a play date during the winter months?” Whether you’re indoors building pillow forts or heading to an indoor playground, it’s
Activities that are scented with essential oils for kids. Perfect for play or sensory integration. Add scent and an extra sensory component for play! *This post contains affiliate links. Essential oils can be incredibly helpful for kids, especially for those with Sensory Processing Disorder or sensory-seeking behaviors. There are