Check out some of our favorite play activities below. Let’s have some fun!
Learning is the ultimate (and most fun!) job of childhood. Kids might look like they’re just having fun, but there’s so much more going on under the surface. From dress up and imaginative play that help develop language skills and social intelligence to sensory activities that teach problem solving, creativity and exploration (all while strengthening valuable nerve connections in their brains) – plus outdoor play where kids can learn the art of negotiation with other children, learn to safely take risks and following the rules of different games. No matter what activity it is, a child’s play experiences are invaluable! Share your kiddo’s favorite playtime activities with us on Instagram or Facebook so we can all play (and grow) together!
DINO FLASHLIGHT PHONICS GAME
Do you have a dinosaur-loving kid who’s struggling to learn their sight words? If so, don’t despair…you can combine learning and fun with this dino flashlight game! Max, my 6 year old loves books, but does NOT love to read. This was a big change for me, as his older sister can’t go 2 minutes…
RING POP CLAY RINGS
Why just eat your Ring Pop when you can craft your Ring Pop and eat it too?! Let your imagination run wild and create a beautiful gemstone ring or even a whimsical golden fairy snail (see the pics at the end of the post). These upcycled creations are the perfect accessory for any budding fashionista…
ZIPLINING KOALAS
You ready to create the cutest, cuddliest STEAM craft that’s ever existed?! ME TOO! Let’s start with some fun koala facts. Did you know that koalas can sleep up to 18 hours a day? No wonder they always seem so well-rested. (And yes, this mama is super jealous! LOL) Their fingerprints are also eerily similar…
RECYCLED BARBIE MERMAID TAIL
Transform your child’s playtime into an underwater adventure with this super easy mermaid tail! Using materials you already have at home, your little one can dive into a world of magic and imagination. Of course we always have a stash of TP and paper towel rolls laying around for crafting. One day when Mighty was…
FLOATING OTTERS
Prepare for some seriously cute and fuzzy entertainment with these floaty otters! They have always been one of my favorite animals and thanks to the Octonauts, my kids love them too! (Where the Shellington fans at? haha) Of course, they asked if we could make an otter craft…but one that actually floats and that is…
FOX PAPER PLATE PURSE
Foxes are all the rage in our household right now! They keep popping up in our yard and we can’t get enough of their cute little faces. But rather than just stare at them from afar, we decided to channel our obsession into a fun new project. Introducing, the fox purse! With just a few…