Open Minds & Messy Hands
257 Shares Pin247 Share9 +1 Tweet Stumble1Activities 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
12K Shares Pin11K Share385 +1 Tweet2 StumbleStory stones are an excellent tool to help with reading comprehension. Using story stones allows for kids to re-tell a story, a very important component in comprehension. It also provides opportunities for hands-on learning (our favorite!). My kids love our 3 Little Pigs STEM
46 Shares Pin28 Share13 +1 Tweet Stumble5Sock 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
2K Shares Pin2K Share1 +1 Tweet StumbleThe toddler age can be a tough one to find engaging, hands-on learning activities for. But, as we know, experiential learning and play are really the best ways for children to process information, remember, and learn social skills. These Christmas activities for 1 and
35 Shares Pin29 Share6 +1 Tweet StumbleMy 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!