Open Minds & Messy Hands
This Easter sensory bin is made with colored rice, plastic eggs, little chicks and fine motor tools. Bright and colorful, this rice bin is fun for all ages. One of our favorite ways to celebrate the holidays is by making a themed sensory bin! This Easter sensory bin is
Frog life cycle printable puzzle for kids. Puzzle shows the metamorphosis of a tadpole for a frog, and is great for preschoolers and older children. Learning about life cycles is such a fun topic with kids. When observing life cycles, children learn about change and transformation, and some of these
This salt and ice experiment encourages kids to do some critical thinking. A fun penguin themed STEM activity for kids using salt and water to melt ice. Playing with ice is such a fun way to engage in science fun with kids. Ice forms when a water freezes to
These Spring books for preschoolers introduce concepts such as rain showers, baby animals, blooming flowers and seeds, and more. Reading books are an important way to connect and bond with kids, all while introducing a new subject or theme. Research shows that reading with babies and toddlers helps boost vocabulary and language
This woven Heart Busy bag can be used for a Grinch or valentines theme, or for fun fine motor play all year long with kids. We loved the new Grinch movie that was recently released in the theaters! We also love a good busy bag. This busy bag is awesome
This s’mores sensory bin combines graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate chips to create a fun and tasty edible sensory bin perfect for toddlers. Sensory play is so much fun! It can often be difficult to find sensory bin materials that are appropriate for young children, particularly those who like
This free color by number beach printable has a fun theme for the summer. Color by number pages are great for early number and color recognition. Summer boredom busters are must-haves in my house! We love down time in the summer, but sometimes, need a little something to whip
These indoor camping activities for kids are excellent for pretend play or for prepping kids for outdoor camping through play. We have so much fun setting up indoor camping activities and using the theme for pretend play, crafting and games. Here is a list of some of our favorite activities that
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
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.