How to Make Kinetic Sand

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Kinetic sand (also known as “play sand”) has become all the rage in recent years as a less messy alternative to slime, and a more interesting option for older kids to play with than Play-Doh. It can be used in all sorts of STEM activities and sensory play activities for kids ages 3 and up. […]

How to Make Sensory Bags the Easy Way

With the help of sensory bags, kids learn to use their imagination and enhance their creativity while engaging multiple senses! Sensory bags (also known as squish bags) allow children to discover and explore colors, textures, and much more. So why is a little bag filled with water and stuffed with doo-dads so important? Sensory play […]

25 Great Fine Motor Skills Activities for Infants

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Fine motor skills are a group of skills that involve the ability to make small movements, usually with the fingers and hands. (In contrast, gross motor skills are large movements such as crawling and walking). The most important skill your baby will need to learn at this age is pincer grasp, which is the ability […]

48 Parachute Games Kindergarteners & Toddlers Will Love

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Updated 3/19/2024 We’ve rounded up 48 parachute games that are just perfect for kindergarteners and toddlers, turning any playtime into an adventure of colors, laughter, and teamwork. These games are not only about having a blast (which, trust me, your kids totally will) but also about sneaking in those all-important lessons on cooperation, motor skills, […]