Having a swing at home can be fun for any child - a sensory swing may be one of the most used toys your ever get for your child, proving both calming and play. In this article, written by the father of two kids, one of who has specific sensory needs, we explore the best sensory swings for your [...]Continue Reading
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Lego Water Play Sensory Activity Ideas
Washing Legos for Sensory Fun- Did you know Legos are dishwasher safe? Yes, they can go through a sanitize setting with no problems. Don't ask why I wanted to find THAT out. During a recent room cleaning when it became apparent that we needed to "deep clean" some of the Legos we sent a few [...]Continue Reading
Best Indoor Energy Burning Toys for Active Kids
Let’s bounce! Or climb or spin…anything to get in some physical activities if you’ve got active kids stuck indoors, right? We love outside play, but what do you do when going outside won’t work? You need physical activities to keep kids happy while cooped up inside – especially with an active [...]Continue Reading
Discovering Green with Water Play – Preschool Color Activity
Preschool Color Activity - Discovering GREEN! With a little food coloring, water play becomes a chance to discover color mixing. Being told that blue and yellow makes green is fine, but it's so much more exciting for your child to discover this for themselves!In order to make an activity like [...]Continue Reading
Inside Activities for Kids – Quick and Low Prep!
Updated - Originally posted December, 201oNote: I now have a printable list of preschool activities for you!Sometimes we just need an activity QUICK. When energies are spiraling downwards into chaos the best option around here is to refocus with a little sensory play. Here is a list of [...]Continue Reading
Say NO to Boredom – and Yes to Sensory Play! {Guest Blogger Sensory Series}
{Welcome Susan from Kindergarten & Preschool for Parents & Teachers!} Do your children look at you like they are bored - or maybe even use that awful word? Are you tired of them watching too much television? Do their eyes glaze over when you bring out the flashcards? Then take time to [...]Continue Reading
