What better way to get curious toddler hands exploring than a sensory play tray filled with boats in jelly! Better yet, we found an even more cost effective way to make jelly play, meaning more jelly for bigger play! We then teamed up our jelly with some boats to inspire magical spark in Mr 3s…
Level up your oobleck fun with this concrete oobleck construction truck sensory play activity for your truck loving toddler. We have made oobleck countless times over the years. Every single time, oobleck ticks the boxes and the kids love it. This time, I really wanted to follow Mr 3s current passion for all things construction…
Have fun exploring cause and effect with your toddler, rolling apples. Yup, apples. The first time we tried this activity was years ago and it was as much a hit then as it is now. The kids love it! The apples roll in unpredictable ways and there is something captivating watching them roll down the…
Strengthen fine motor skills using just water with this easy set up magic writing cloth silhouettes activity. Looking at these images, I can understand the *gasp* that may be leaving your lips however please, chill and breathe. Yes, it looks like there is black ‘paint’ happening… and indoors however it really isn’t! The black is…
If you are searching for an activity to regulate moods, entertain, encourage development and make some memories, look no further than a bubble pouring station. The classic pouring station will always have its place in the top activities to do with toddlers. In saying that, this is better. Bubbles are better. Adding bubbles to our…
Explore outer space with your toddler using this simple space themed flour sensory bin. This toddler activity can be set up in literally seconds and is priming with learning opportunities for your little space explorer. This article discusses benefits of sensory play, how to make this sensory bin taste safe and little tips to make…
Find the best magnetic tiles for your family with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the benefits that magnetic tiles are going to bring to your child’s play. These tiles are not cheap however by carefully examining the distinguishing features, you are about to make an investment that is going to make a return every time…
I’ve found the perfect summer project to share with you: DIY Sponge Water Bombs. After being gifted a pack of water bombs or water balloons, my children had the best afternoon filling and throwing them at each other. They were running around, being active it fits of laughter. However as the giggles turned to requests…
In this blog post, we dive into an exciting and educational apple-sorting activity designed to captivate the mind of your toddler. Through hands-on engagement, children not only enjoy themselves but also cultivate essential cognitive skills. The art of sorting apples goes beyond mere play – it’s a valuable learning experience that lays the foundation for…
Embrace your toddler’s love for diggers, dump trucks, and excavators with this oobleck construction site sensory play activity. Oobleck Construction Site Sensory Play Oozy Oobleck is a fun and sensory material that toddlers can play with. Oobleck is a non-Newtonian fluid is made by mixing cornstarch and water. This substance behaves like both a liquid…
In this article, you will learn how to build a magnetic tile pulley system. This is a simple (and fabulous) way to bring some physics and STEM into your child’s play. We were inspired by Mr 2s current favourite book featuring a crane with its long boom. Using magnetic tiles and some household materials, we…
Here is a round up of the best insect and bug toys for toddlers! When it comes to bug themed gift ideas for kids, there are so many varieties that are popular. Play to your child’s interests and you are going to find the perfect match! Encourage your toddlers love for nature while learning about…
Taste-safe or edible water beads are a great alternative to traditional water beads for safe sensory play for your baby and toddler! Tapioca pearls offer the same sensory opportunities as water beads while being completely edible! Parents can relax a little more knowing they provide their babies and toddlers with a great sensory play learning…
A climbing rainbow is a fun and easy science experiment that helps explain the science behind capillary action. That is, all while creating a beautiful rainbow that literally moves before your eyes! The process of capillary action helps water and other liquids move through small tubes or vessels, which is evident in nature every day….
The rubber egg experiment is a classic science experiment that can be used to demonstrate the chemical reaction of vinegar and calcium carbonate. We love watching the magic, or science happen, over the course of the few days the reaction takes. Every couple of hours, I’ll catch one of the kids peering over the benchtop…
Learn about capillary action with this simple coloured celery science experiment! This is a simple, bright and colourful science experiment that offers plenty of visual stimulus for your budding scientist. The coloured celery science experiment is quick and easy to set up and opens up lots of opportunities to learn. Call it magic or be…
The Hidden Colours Experiment is a fun way to explore chemical reactions. All you need are two common household items to create a chemical reaction that will make everything look different all of a sudden! The bicarbonate soda and vinegar hidden colours experiment requires only three ingredients that everyone has at home, which is why…
Rock candy sugar crystals are a homemade treat that’s easy to make with sugar, water and time. All you need is five minutes of your time to create the perfect homemade sugar crystals for any occasion. All while exploring some interesting scientific processes and concepts! DIY Rock Candy Recipe & Science Experiment This recipe makes…
Dapple with a bit of science at home with the kids with this two-part, sensory activity! These Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs are easy to create at home with your toddler and preschooler, using common pantry ingredients! Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs Chemical reactions are fascinating for both kids and parents alike! This Fizzy Dinosaur Egg experiment involves the…
Have fun learning about mass and weight with this easy homemade balance scale! Compare different items, seeing how they relate to each other in regards to size, mass, and weight with this simple DIY paper plate balance scale. Homemade Balance Scale DIY for Toddlers and Preschoolers What is the difference between weight and mass What…
