TWO Fun + Festive Handprint Crafts for Thanksgiving
In this BLOG post I will teach you how to make two of the cutest handprint crafts for Thanksgiving! There is nothing as sweet and nostalgic as a handprint craft. Looking back year after year at how small their hands used to be...it makes me smile and tear up at the same time! Thanksgiving is the perfect time to celebrate creativity, gratitude, and togetherness and what better way to do that than with a festive turkey handprint craft? These adorable DIY crafts are easy, festiv
Nov 10, 2025
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
Nov 9, 2025
Puffy Paint Snowman Craft Tutorial: How to Make Snowman Puffy Paint
Winter is the perfect season to bring out cozy crafts and snowman puffy paint is a favorite that combines art, sensory play, and a little bit of science. This simple activity is easy to set up, budget-friendly, and a big hit with kids of all ages. My 3-year-old loves it as much as my 10-year-old! It only requires TWO ingredients, and it is a perfect for recipe for kids to create independently. It can also be differentiated in SO many ways. What is puffy paint? Puffy paint
Nov 7, 2025
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
Nov 6, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
