10 Simple Sensory Play Ideas for Autumn
If you’re looking for simple sensory play ideas for Autumn, then you’ve come to the right place! This post is a round-up of 10 ideas for toddlers and preschoolers that can easily be recreated at home. 5 Benefits of Sensory Play Ideas for Autumn All sensory play has many benefits, but it can feel off […]
30 Days of Outdoor Play for Autumn
As the weather gets cooler, it can feel more difficult to get outside for play – that’s why I created this 30 Days of Outdoor Play challenge for Autumn! During the Autumn months, we might favour cosy days in, snuggling up and watching a movie or swap weekend park dates for indoor pursuits – which […]
10 Pumpkin Ideas for Toddlers and Preschoolers
If you love Halloween and are looking for some simple pumpkin ideas for toddlers and preschoolers, you’ve come to the right place! I genuinely LOVE Halloween season, but for little ones, it can get pretty overwhelming. If you want a less creepy Halloween for little ones, why not try some pumpkin play? The abundance of […]
8 Simple Autumn Fine Motor Activities for Toddlers
There’s a number of themed Autumn fine motor activities that you can do with your toddlers and preschoolers. This blog post aims to explore just some of the fun and simple ideas you can create at home using nature treasures and items from your craft cupboard. Why do Autumn fine motor activities? Fine motor skills […]
Nature Treasure Hunt: A simple idea for Autumn
A nature treasure hunt is the perfect activity for Autumn. This is something that we repeat many times throughout the season as we observe the changes in nature. It’s perfect for all ages – from toddlers right up to adults! There’s something so joyful about doing a nature treasure hunt, then using what you have […]
Monster Soup: A fun & simple Halloween themed sensory play idea
What’s the easiest to make Halloween cute rather than creepy? Create a fun and simple sensory bin, like this monster soup! Every Halloween we create a version of this monster soup sensory bin. Sometimes we make a potion version with vinegar and bicarb of soda and other times we cheat a little and use a […]
The Easiest Halloween Sensory Bin for Toddlers & Preschoolers
What’s the easiest Halloween sensory bin for toddlers and preschoolers? One that doesn’t require dying ingredients and buying lots of new resources, that’s what! Every Halloween we create a version of this sensory bin. Sometimes we dye rice, other times we use what we have in our store cupboard. Creating themed sensory bins like this […]
Simple Autumn Sensory Play Idea: Pumpkin ‘Soup’ for Toddlers and Preschoolers
This simple Autumn sensory play idea is just perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. It doesn’t require expensive resources to set the activity up – in fact, you can find all of the ‘ingredients’ you need by going on a walk with your children. During the Autumn months, we always find an abundance of nature treasures […]
Pumpkin Gloop: Fun Sensory Play Idea for Toddlers and Preschoolers
This pumpkin gloop sensory play activity is such a fun (and messy) idea to try this Autumn. When your pumpkin collection has started to go over, it’s the ideal time to try this activity with your toddlers and preschoolers. Pumpkin Gloop Resources: Whilst I have listed ingredients and resources that you need to make […]
Sunflower Sensory Play: Easy Play Idea for Toddlers and Preschoolers
It’s early September so now is the perfect time for a sunflower sensory play idea. Sunflowers typically bloom between late August and early September. The florists here in Vienna are filled with bouquets of this happy, vibrant flower and we always love the addition they make to our dining room table. Every year, we visit […]
