It’s true, sometimes children prefer to play with the wrapping instead of the toy. Here is a great example of what you can do with some of the old boxes you have laying around. Here I have used black cardboard boxes but regular brown boxes are good to use too. Provide your little one with […]
Foil Art
Has your little one ever tried foil art? It is simple to do, fun and can be as educational as you desire. Such as activity – Improves FINE MOTOR SKILLS Develops LANGUAGE SKILLS through discussion Improve childrens understanding of OBJECT PERMANENCE Here is how I set up for foil art – All you need is […]
Contacted Leaves
This is a great activity that promotes discussion and develops observation skills. Select some leaves from your garden or the local park. Carefully place each leaf on the sticky surface of clear contact. Place another layer of clear contact over the leaves and trim the edges. Smooth out any bubbles or creases. Hang for display and […]
Bubbles
Who doesn’t love the grace and beauty of bubbles? They are absolutely captivating and it’s almost a natural response to pop a few. Bubbles are loved by all ages, especially newborns. We made the most of a few moments of sun to go outside and play with bubbles. Possum watched the bubbles until they suddenly […]
Laughing Kids Learn video
Here is a little clip of some children enjoying the activities from Laughing Kids Learn. I hope you enjoy watching it. Laughing Kids Learn video
Colouring Rice
Colouring rice to use as a sensory activity is brilliant. Children can become so creative and love the feeling of the rice gains running through their fingers. How to colour rice What you’ll need – *Uncooked rice (brown rice works too) *food colouring *sandwich bags *hand sanitizer (or white vinegar) […]
Playing Ball with Babies
Possum is at the age that she is starting to sit up somewhat independently. I’m still not comfortable with allowing her to sit without support behind her because it became clear that when she had had enough of sitting she would launch herself backwards. Argh! So I started to become inspired to think up a […]
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