Tag: sensory play

fall activities

Fall Sensory Bin Ideas

Fall is the perfect time to get creative with sensory bins. These engaging and educational activities are wonderful for young children, particularly those aged 2 to 5 years old, as they explore the changing seasons. Here’s a guide to creating a fall sensory bin that will not only keep your

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cooking with kids

Do It Yourself Kinetic Sand Recipe

Do it yourself kinetic sand is so easy to make with this recipe I came across on Pinterest. I have tried other recipes before and they were okay, but not great. One of the recipes I tried previously used actual sand, which isn’t always practical or cost effective. The “real”

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Activities with/for kids

Sensory Play Benefits (and It’s Not Just for Kids!)

Sensory play benefits for children are truly immeasurable. I am a huge fan of sensory play*. When I say that, I don’t mean, “I am a huge fan of sensory play for little children.” I mean, “I am a huge fan of sensory play for MYSELF!” Yes, I do enjoy sensory

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early learning

Sensory Activity for Preschool

Creating a new sensory activity for preschool can be a challenge when you feel like you have “done it all”. Making a sensory bin is an easy and fun way to keep your preschooler entertained while learning. Sensory play for preschoolers is important. All you need are a few simple

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Activities with/for kids

Wheat-Free/Gluten-Free Playdough Recipe

Until it was brought to my attention recently, I never thought about most playdough having wheat in it. Some people have reactions to foods if they come in contact with that food in ANY way — not just ingesting it. Naturally I went to Pinterest to check out all the

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making-crayons
children's gift guide

Making Crayons — Sensory Fun, Re-Purposing, and Great Gifts

Making crayons is one of those win/win activities that I love. I guess I shouldn’t say making crayons, maybe re-purposing them is a more accurate description of the activity. This is a great activity for several reasons: I just love being able to reuse/re-purpose items, especially items that may be

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child development

Sensory Tables and Bins — Why Are They Beneficial?

If you’re a preschool teacher, chances are you know all about sensory tables. If you don’t know much about them or would like to know the benefits of a sensory table, read on. You don’t have to be a teacher to have a sensory table. As we learned, you can

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child development

What is Sensory Processing Disorder?

Sensory Processing Disorder occurs when the brain cannot process information correctly when it is sent information by the senses. Often Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is paired with other diagnoses such as autism, cerebral palsy, dyspraxia, ADD, ADHD as well as countless others. Children who have a sensory processing problem do

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