I love that developing fine motor skills can be as simple as threading yarn on a paper plate. This is one of those activities can came about from my oldest daughter being ‘bored’. That’s when such great creativity happens. Recommended age: 3 years + (Strict and close supervision required on all ideas shared) I love […]
Space themed skip counting puzzles
Space is often a theme that is quite fascinating to children. Stars, planets, the moon, it’s all so interesting and really seems to inspire a great curiosity. It can also be a great theme to inspire the most reluctant learners. Space themed skip counting puzzles Skip counting is a great strategies for teaching children about […]
Cutting paper hair on cardboard dolls
I’ve spotted this idea floating around Pinterest and pinned it many times as something to try with Boo (aged 4 years). Finally got to it and this cutting paper hair on cardboard dolls activity didn’t disappoint. When I was young I used to love playing hair salons with my neighbours. This reminded me of that. […]
How to build a catapult using craft sticks
It’s surprisingly very simple to learn how to build a catapult using craft sticks and a few other bits and pieces. Once you’ve made one you’ll find your child testing it out and discovering all sorts of answers to their questions. Making a catapult has certainly been on my ‘to do list’ for a very […]
Fine motor threading activity using straws and cardboard tubes
You know me, I thought I’d share with you a fun and educational activity that is also great for recycling some of the everyday things you might already have in your home. This is a simple, fine motor threading activity using straws and cardboard tubes. Fine motor threading activity using straws and cardboard tubes Ever […]
Simple cut and paste collage art activity for toddlers and preschoolers
Try this simple cut and paste collage art activity for toddlers and preschoolers. It’s wonderfully open-ended and it helps develop basic skills in using scissors and more. Just because an activity is simple to set up doesn’t mean it isn’t fun and educational for children. There should be no shame. These types of activities […]
Paper cup weaving craft for kids to make and gift
Here is a paper cup weaving craft for kids to make and gift to a friend or keep themselves. It’s creates a decorative cup that you can store odd bits and pieces in. This craft is ideal for children of school age and you’ll find they struggle to stop at making just one. I find […]
Contact paper hole punch art for kids
If you’re looking for an activity or piece of art that is fun to create with your toddler or preschooler then give this a go. It’s contact paper hole punch art for kids! It was a huge hit at our house. Contact paper hole punch art for kids So after looking at lots of awesome […]
Fine motor activity using a spiky ball and loom bands
I was close to throwing them out when I found a brilliant new use for all the loom bands around my house. Setting up this fine motor activity using a spiky ball and loom bands was a huge hit with my girls and great for fine motor development. Has the loom band craze hit your house? Possum […]
DIY sequinned Christmas bauble kids can make
* For your convenience, affiliate links are included within this post Christmas trees are popping up everywhere and with so many gorgeous decorations. Here is a simple DIY sequinned Christmas bauble you might like to make with your child. The sparkle on the tree and last a life time. I’m always taken back to my […]
Simple threading activity using cut straws and pipe cleaners
When you’re looking for something quiet and productive for your children then you might want to try this simple threading activity using cut straws and pipe cleaners. The concept is simple, children use their hands to thread various lengths of cut up plastic straws onto pipe cleaners. That’s it. It might sound so incredibly […]
Simple Play Dough recipes and activities ebook with printables
Does your child love to play with play dough? ‘Play Dough’ the ebook is packed full of simple play dough recipes, fun activities and printable play dough mats. It is available for download today! Play Dough: simple recipes and fun play ideas ‘Play Dough’, is an ebook that will take your child’s love of play […]
Simple fine motor and colour sorting activity using an egg carton
If you’re like me and prefer to make your own homemade toys and learning tools, try this simple fine motor and colour sorting activity using an egg carton. It took only minutes to make and it was great entertainment for my toddler. My children, Possum (aged 5.5 years) and Boo (2.5 years) absolutely love playing […]
Painting on Tin Foil
Giving your child the opportunity to try painting on foil can be a great alternative to offering them standard white paper. Children learn very quickly that paint on foil responds quite differently to what they are used to and that the foil medium is very fragile. I’m all for setting up creative stations for my […]
How to make paper snowflakes with kids
Children are fascinated with snow flakes and these square paper folded snow flakes are just beautiful and fun to make. Let me show you how to make paper snowflakes with kids. They will not stop at making just one. I remember so clearly as a child making piles and piles of square and unique paper […]