Here is an idea your kids will absolutely love. It’s a simple pom pom popper using a plastic cup and a balloon. It’s great for those times when the kids are stuck indoors and your looking for safe entertainment for them. You’ve no doubt seen these fabulous little poppers over on Pinterest, they are seriously […]
How to make juggling balls using rice and balloons
Do you know how to make juggling balls using rice and balloons? It’s so very easy for children to make and juggling is a great skill to learn as it develops physical co-ordination, concentration and eye tracking. These juggling balls are cheap and simple to make, which makes them also great to sell at preschool […]
Star felt play wand
Handmade gifts are by far the best gift to give and receive. If you’re looking for a simple craft project to do yourself or one for your older child to make then have a go at making a beautifully whimsical star felt play wand. This homemade, hand stitched star felt play wand will ignite the creativity […]
Balloon kicking activity for babies
Here is a fun balloon kicking activity for babies. Great for developing their eye tracking ability, understanding cause and effect (ie. when I kick the balloon moves), concentration and gross motor skills. As we know, learning begins long before a child can crawl or walk. Let your own baby have a go at this one. […]
Fairy playdough recipe
This fairy playdough recipe with 3 ingredients is so easy to make and great for fine motor development and open-ended play. We called this ‘fairy dough’ because of its unique, soft texture. Possum (aged 3 years) loves playdough. It’s one of those things I can plop onto a table and know that she’ll have fun with […]
Sorting between big and small
Toddlers love being given simple little roles of responsibility and it gives them a great sense of achievement when they complete a given task. That is why I thought I’d tap into that and have Possum (2.2 years) engage in a simple activity that would have her sorting between big and small objects. Great activity to […]
Silky and stretchy playdough
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 […]
Aussie scented sensory rice
Australia Day is my national day of celebration and it takes place on 26th January of every year. It is on this day that many ‘Aussies’ get together with friends and family, usually over a friendly BBQ or casual game of backyard cricket, to reflect on what they love about our country and show their pride by displaying […]
Top Number Games for Kids
Here are are few top number games for kids that are often taught in the classroom. All of them I have used myself at one time or another. These games aim to improve a child’s skills and work towards consolidating their understanding of numbers. The beauty is that most of them can be […]
DIY tugging box for fine motor development
I’m thrilled to share with you my DIY tugging box for fine motor development. The concept came to me when I saw the strong urge my own child had to pull out items from a box or tug at things to remove them. This DIY tugging box taps into that. I hope you have a […]