FIVE fun and festive Thanksgiving Crafts using Feathers
In this BLOG post I will teach you five fun and festive activity ideas using craft feathers. We love a simple and fun activity, especially during the holidays! Fall is a perfect time to bust out those craft feathers and create! These activities are not only engaging, but they are 10/10 for strengthening motor skills! Try them today and be sure to tag @aplayfilledlife when you do! Are you looking for turkey craft ideas? Check out our BLOG post- it has 25 different ideas for yo
2 days ago
The Ultimate Guide of Turkey Crafts for Thanksgiving
In this BLOG post I will show you twelve different ways to craft a turkey! Perfect for home, school or the kids table on Thanksgiving Day! What Thanksgiving is complete with a cute turkey craft?! Whether you are looking for something simple, quick or mess-free, we have a little something for everyone. Don't forget to download the FREE printables to help get your crafting off to a stress-free start! Tag us @aplayfilledlife on Instagram or Facebook if you try them, we love to
5 days ago
Halloween Calm Down Bottles Tutorial
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make calm down bottles and the benefits of using them at home. Head to our  Instagram page  to see more ways to practice self-regulation strategies at home or in the classroom! We love to see you play & share the joy of hands-on crafts & activities at home. Be sure to tag @aplayfilledlife on Instagram or Facebook if you try any of our ideas!! XO Gina What is a Calm Down Bottle?  A calm down bottle is my favorite tool to keep in my t
Oct 20
The Ultimate Guide of Shape Activities: 25 Hands-on, Sensory-based ways to practice learning, writing and identifying shapes
In this BLOG post I will teach you all of my favorite ways to practice shapes. Learning early math skills, such as shapes can be fun, engaging, sensory-driven and hands-on! One of the most powerful ways children absorb knowledge is through movement, touch, and play. This post rounds up 25 hands-on, sensory-rich activities that turn learning shapes into a full-body experience, perfect for preschoolers, kindergartners, and any child who thrives through exploration. Whether you
Oct 18
FIVE Craft and Sensory Stations for a Halloween-themed Party
In this BLOG post I will teach you five fun and engaging sensory stations that you can do for a Halloween-themed party. If you are hosting a playdate, a class party or just looking for a few new ideas, this blog post is for you! The activities are fun, engaging and lend themselves perfectly to the Halloween season. They will keep kids creating, crafting and collaborating! But first, how cute is this sign that my daughters and I made?! We used butcher paper and acrylic paint
Oct 13
Sparkly Spider Soup: A Taste-Safe Potion Play for Halloween
In this BLOG post I will teach you the magical ingredient to make taste-safe sparkly potion! Halloween is the perfect time to stir up...
Oct 9
Fizzy Pumpkins: A STEM-Powered Halloween Sensory Activity for Kids
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make these fun and festive fizzy pumpkins! Halloween is the perfect time to mix a little...
Oct 7
Halloween-Themed Ice Cream Play Dough Tutorial
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make Cloud Dough (pretend ice cream), storage tips and the benefits of sensory play. Cloud...
Oct 4
The Ultimate Guide of Alphabet Activities: 25 Hands-on, Sensory-based ways to practice (letters, shapes, numbers or words)
In this BLOG post I will teach you all of my favorite ways to practice writing. Learning the alphabet doesn’t have to mean sitting still...
Sep 19
Oobleck + Pop Rocks = Sensory Science Fireworks!
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make Oobleck and explain the magic behind adding in pop rocks. Looking for a hands-on activity...
Aug 24
