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Easter-themed sensory bottle with green paper and charms

DIY Easter Sensory Bottle

March 5, 2024 by Kate Leave a Comment

There is such a wide range of sensory bottles or calming jars available to make at home. Following the success of my previous Easter sensory bottle, I thought I’d make another one that doesn’t include any liquid. Here is my DIY Easter Sensory Bottle that is easy to make to home and your toddler will […]

Filed Under: 0 - 12 months, 1 - 3 years, activities for babies, Easter, Sensory Play, Uncategorized Tagged With: easter, Sensory Bottles

us sensory bottle with stars

USA Patriotic sensory bottle

May 6, 2020 by Kate 3 Comments

Ignite your US patriotic spirit this memorial day, the 4th of July, Presidents Day and throughout the year with a gorgeous USA patriotic sensory bottle. Using red, white and blue stars, this sensory bottle will help your kids celebrate, learn to self-regulate and calm down. I have a confession, I’m not actually American. I’m actually […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for preschoolers, activities for toddlers, Art, Celebrate, Craft, Fine Motor, Party, Sensory Play, Special Events Tagged With: sensory, sensory bottle, usa

calming sensory bottles for children to use this easter as alternative to chocolate.

Calming sensory bottles with an Easter theme

March 31, 2020 by Kate 3 Comments

Easter is no doubt a time of year that children can become full of chocolate and high in energy. With that in mind, I decided to make calming sensory bottles with an Easter theme. If you’re not familiar with sensory bottles, they are so simple to make and great to add whatever fillings you like. […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for children, activities for preschoolers, activities for toddlers, Celebrate, Craft, Easter, Indoor play, Play, Sensory Play

Sensory bottles for Christmas play

Christmas sensory bottle for babies and toddlers

December 6, 2016 by Kate 19 Comments

Sensory bottles are always a popular play item amongst babies and toddlers. They are engaging and can be the perfect object to introduce during those moments when a sense of calm is needed. What is even better, it’s easy to learn how to make a sensory bottle for children. Below is an adorable Christmas sensory […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Sensory Play, Uncategorized Tagged With: baby, Christmas, sensory, toddler

DIY Calming and quiet time glitter bottle

Quiet time glitter bottle

September 2, 2014 by Kate 3 Comments

Unlike calming glitter bottles, a quiet time glitter bottle is designed for children who are just needing moments of rest and relaxation, rather than needing to reverse a feeling of anger or frustration. They are so simple to make and lovely for children to watch.   The toddler years can be the time that grey hair […]

Filed Under: 0 - 12 months, 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, Indoor play Tagged With: preschooler, quiet activity, sensory, toddlers

dinosaur activities for children of all ages.

23 dinosaur activities toddlers will love

November 6, 2019 by Kate Leave a Comment

Dinosaurs roamed the earth around 232 million years ago, yet they remain so popular with children even today. Just because they are so awesome, here are 23 dinosaur activities toddlers will love. Of course, older children are sure to enjoy them too. Share with me below what your child likes about dinosaurs. If you have […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for children, activities for preschoolers, activities for toddlers, Craft, Making, Messy Play, Outdoor Activity, Play, Playdough, Sensory Play

Painting gift wrapping paper for christmas gifts

Painting Christmas gift wrapping paper

November 22, 2017 by Kate 1 Comment

This post may contain affiliate links. I may receive a small commission from any purchases made.  Christmas is a time for giving and our family loved to go to the effort of painting Christmas gift wrapping paper. It’s so simple and children as young as toddler age can do it.  I was at the store […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for children, activities for preschoolers, activities for toddlers, Art, Christmas, Messy Play, Outdoor Activity, Paint Tagged With: Christmas, paint

Snow art in rainbow colors

Rainbow Painting Snow Art for Kids

February 13, 2024 by Kate Leave a Comment

This delightful and educational activity that not only encourages kids to venture outside but also sparks their creativity and learning. It’s rainbow painting snow art for kids and combines the joy of winter with the vibrancy of colours! Rainbow Painting Snow Art for Kids As parents, fostering a love for learning through enjoyable activities is […]

Filed Under: 0 - 12 months, 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, activities for children, activities for preschoolers, activities for toddlers, Messy Play, Outdoor Activity

Simple slime recipe with foam balls

May 18, 2020 by Kate 7 Comments

Here is a fun and simple slime recipe with foam balls. Your children will love the texture and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make! Slime has certainly been very popular with children over the last few years, although I’m not sure their parents would agree. Haha The truth is, however, that slime […]

Filed Under: 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for children, activities for preschoolers, Indoor play, Making, Messy Play, Playdough, Recipes, Sensory Play Tagged With: messy play, recipe, sensory, slime

21 simple science activities kids can do at home

April 17, 2020 by Kate 3 Comments

Science always seems to ignite wonder and curiosity in children. With many of us in isolation I thought it might be helpful to share 21 simple science activities kids can do at home. I recently ran a poll in my ‘Activities for Kids’ Facebook group and asked them how I could support them during these […]

Filed Under: 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, Science

Baby looking inside discovery box

Baby play idea using a tissue discovery box

August 27, 2015 by Kate 2 Comments

Very simple baby play activity that turns a simple tissue box into a learning discovery box. Your baby will be occupied and have great fun playing and pulling out and exploring all the wonderful treasures that have been hidden inside. It’s a game that they can play over and over again!  Poor Possum (aged 3 […]

Filed Under: 0 - 12 months, activities for babies, busy bag, Play, Sensory Play Tagged With: baby play, discovery, sensory, texture

Soft and silky play dough for kids using 2 ingredients

Silky and stretchy playdough

February 11, 2014 by Kate 175 Comments

I’m very excited to share with you how to make silky and stretchy playdough. It’s wonderfully soft, much like touching a cloud, and can be super stretchy for added fun for the kids. You also only need to use 2 ingredients to make it so it’s really easy.   Possum (aged 2.2 years) loves playdough and will often request […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, featured, Fine Motor, Making, Recipes, Uncategorized Tagged With: fine motor, play dough, playdough, recipe

Share It Saturday – 10 activities using recycled materials

September 14, 2013 by Kate 9 Comments

Here are 10 activities you can do with your children that use recycled materials.  Recycling is so important for the health of our environment and how we live. Here are some sensational activities that you can do with your children at home that highlight the recycling message in a fun and playful way.  Easy Apple […]

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Share It Saturday – 20 ways to entertain children this weekend

September 6, 2013 by Kate 5 Comments

Here is a collection of 20 activities children can do on a weekend!  Because sometimes the weekends can feel long for children and parents never like hearing ‘I’m bored‘.  ART ACTIVITIES Painted Stick Instruments – TwodalooDot Painting – Danya Banya Salad Spinner  Art – Mama to 5 Blessings Nature Collage – P is for Preschooler […]

Filed Under: Art, Craft, Share It Saturday

2012 Highlights

December 29, 2012 by Kate 1 Comment

As the year comes to a close I start to reflect on all the great activities and ideas that I’ve been able to post to you in 2012. It was tough to whittle it down to a select few.  What has been a favourite for you?  Colouring Rice http://laughingkidslearn.blogspot.com.au/2012/10/colouring-rice.html Milk Bottle http://laughingkidslearn.blogspot.com.au/2012/11/milk-bottle-rackets.html Cold Spaghetti http://laughingkidslearn.blogspot.com.au/2012/10/cold-spaghetti.html […]

Filed Under: 0 - 12 months, 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, Celebrate, Cook, Making, Play

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