

Space-Themed Sensory Activity: How to Make Fizzy Moon Rocks
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make fizzy moon rocks and share the benefits of STEM play for kids. Your space enthusiast is...
Mar 30, 2025


Digger Dirt: Construction-themed play dough tutorial
In this BLOG post I will share the recipe for our homemade digger dirt, as well as a free construction-themed alphabet printable. Our...
Mar 28, 2025


How to dye a dry sensory base: couscous
This BLOG post will explain how to dye a dry sensory base and tips for storage and play. Before little hands hold a pencil, they should...
Mar 23, 2025


Rainbow Sun Catcher Wings Tutorial
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make rainbow sun catcher wings. Head to our Instagram page to see more ways to learn & play 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 If you love to DIY and create joyful moments, this is for you!! Sun catchers are so incredibly magical. They use recycled materials: don’t
Mar 11, 2025


Rainbow Sensory Bin: Tutorial on How to Dye CousCous for Sensory Play
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to dye a dry sensory base, storage solutions and the benefits of sensory play. If you are looking for a fun, unique and exciting sensory bin, this is it!! Couscous is a great sensory base to explore. It's shape and texture make it engaging to your senses: it looks, sounds and feels so fun and so different than a traditional rice bin. It’s small, smooth and round. It is fun as is or you can dye it to add a colorful element in. You can ad
Mar 10, 2025


Leprechaun Dough: How to Make Two-Ingredient Cloud Dough Recipe
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make cloud dough and how to store it for continued use. Are you curious about play dough and...
Mar 10, 2025




