Here’s a Halloween-themed hands-on activity that’s perfect for curious little ones who love sensory play! This build a spider playdough tray combines fine motor practice with open-ended creativity and just the right amount of spooky fun. Kids can create their own silly, spooky, or totally wild spiders using black playdough, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, and […]
Category Archives: Kid’s activities
Ideas and inspiration for raising creative children. I love creative play with my two young girls and I’ve got lots of ideas you might like to try too.
Here you’ll find inspiration for easy, seasonal activities for children from birth to 6 years old. Including messy play, sensory play, process art and crafts.
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Jul
Jul
Making a scarecrow is a great harvest craft to do with kids in the autumn. I have found 11 scarecrow crafts for kids to enjoy. There are different ideas for different ages and abilities so you’re guaranteed to find the perfect scarecrow craft. Find more Autumn activities for kids here. More autumn activities for kids […]
04
Jul
Jul
Create your own scarecrow with this simple and super cute scarecrow peg craft. If you’re looking for a lovely autumn craft to do with kids one afternoon then this one is perfect for you. Encourage your kids to get stuck in, experiment with different colour combinations and even hat shapes, and proudly show off their […]
24
Jun
Jun
Nothing beats a cool fall (or autumn if you’re in the UK) walk with leaves crunching underfoot and soft breezes that require a jacket. Experience all those fall feelings with these 10 fall nature crafts for kids. Kids can gather lots of materials on a nature walk, and then get crafting. Find more Nature activities […]
23
Jun
Jun
Here’s a hands-on activity that combines fine motor practice with a big dose of imagination. Orange playdough, pumpkin seeds, small leaves, sticks, and cinnamon give everything a cozy fall twist in this playdough pumpkin activity. Let kids shape, poke, pinch, and create, while you encourage them to talk about what the seeds, leaves, and stems […]
16
Jun
Jun
Ready for a playful afternoon with the little ones? This bug bingo free printable is a brilliant way to get everyone talking, learning and giggling about insects. With this free printable, you’ll have a colourful game ready in minutes. It’s easy, fun and perfect for rainy afternoons, playdates or even a garden picnic. Find more […]
16
Jun
Jun
Splish splashing around in the water is loads of fun, but ponds can hide some nasty surprises as well. Enjoy all the fun of pond critters with these 10 pond life crafts for kids, and populate a whole ecosystem. There are fun frogs, stately swans, daring dragonflies, and so many others! Find more crafts for […]
09
Jun
Jun
From sunny skies to stormy clouds, weather is a fascinating subject for young kids to explore, and these weather activities for preschool make it even more exciting. Whether creating rain clouds in a jar, spelling names with sunshine, or crafting colorful rainbows, these hands-on projects will spark curiosity while giving kids a fun and creative […]
07
Jun
Jun
Heading out on a camping adventure with kids? Keep little ones entertained and learning with these 10 fun camping-themed printables! From games and activities to early learning worksheets, these printables are perfect for bringing a little extra magic (and a lot less boredom) to your time outdoors. More ideas for camping activities for kids These […]
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May
May
We love nature activities for kids. They’re perfect for getting kids outside and learning about the natural world around us. Below you will find my favourite nature-based crafts and activities for kids. They’re simple and fun and perfect for keeping kids busy and happy. There’s a mix of indoor and outdoor activities for kids. Find […]