Open Minds & Messy Hands
A rainbow rice sensory bin for all ages! Fine motor skill practice and sensory play with a homemade rainbow puzzle kids will love. Sensory bins are so much fun for kids! What a great way to introduce a concept or a new skill. Kids learn so much better when
More than 20 ways to play for kids! Beach and ocean sensory play ideas from slime, to small worlds, to play dough, there are many great ideas here. Nothing says summer like a little ocean and beach themed play! If you live near an ocean, these might be near
Sensory bins are excellent for early learning, and great for children with sensory-seeking behaviors. They provide opportunities for rich learning for kids as children are engaged and using many of their senses during play. This alphabet sensory bin uses natural elements and has a very minimalist feel (something that I have
From an Indoor playground that is perfect for small spaces to scavenger hunts and yoga, these ideas will make having active kids indoors simple. I have 3 very active children. I know, you’re thinking, aren’t all kids by nature ‘active’? The answer is yes, they are. But I’m talking need
A collection of 15 Earth Day books for kids of varying ages. Books about recycling and reusing, books about composting, and books celebrating the Earth. Earth Day is such a wonderful day to celebrate with kids. The ideals that we celebrate on Earth Day are some that we should think
These DIY toys are farm themed and fun! Perfect as a homemade toy or gift, and long-lasting. Detailed instructions and printable template. I just love wooden toys in my home. They have that great minimalist Montessori feel and generally last long. However, wooden toys can tend to be on
This Earth Day sensory bin uses blue and green colored rice, along with some natural wooden elements to create a fun and engaging bin for play and learning. Sensory bins are excellent for early learning, and great for children with sensory-seeking behaviors. They provide opportunities for rich learning for
This fluffy jello slime recipe uses a base of contact solution, white glue and baking soda, and adds a fluffy component, jello! There are so many fun slime recipes you can make, but this fluffy jello slime recipe has been one of our favorites yet! The slime is squishy
These rice bins are excellent for sensory play with kids. From scented rice and colored rice to seasonal sensory bins, these are great for play & learning. Sensory bins provide so much learning and fun for kids of all ages! Toddlers can play with this and practice their scooping and
A garden sensory bin containing brown rice and dried beans. Perfect for talking about the importance of gardening and the plant life cycle. Sensory bins are excellent for early learning, and great for children with sensory-seeking behaviors. They provide opportunities for rich learning for kids as children are engaged