The story of Supertato and the Evil Pea is one that many children love, including my own. So we decided to create some sensory play Supertato activities to bring the story to life! With Supertato trying to save all of his vegetable friends from the evil pea, we couldn’t think of a better way to play than with a tray full of peas! Peas are a great resource because they’re relatively inexpensive and they are safe to eat for little people who like to put everything in their mouth! If you leave them to dry out they can be used in crafts too so there’s no need for any waste!   Pin Supe ..read more

Do you have a little one in your life who loves crafts? Well, this is the post for you! I’ve rounded up some awesome  pom pom crafts for toddlers and preschoolers. Pom pom crafts are inexpensive, and the only materials needed are pom poms, scissors, or a few common household items. So go ahead, grab some scissors, glue sticks, and get crafting! Types of Pom Poms There are two types of pom poms you can use. The first one, the small store-bought balls, work best for preschoolers and toddlers who don’t have much coordination yet to make DIY yarn pom-poms at home. These are great ..read more

Whether you love or hate Nursery Rhymes, this craft is super simple and the singing is completely optional!! This 3 Little Ducks Paper Plate Craft is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. It goes lovely with the 3 little ducks rhyme, or it makes a great activity for a duck or pond-themed learning at home or at nursery! If you like this paper plate craft then scroll to the end to find more paper plate crafts – they’re super simple and can be put together in a matter of minutes ? Making Your 3 Little Ducks This craft can either be a stand alone activity or you could combine it with ..read more

If you’re ever stuck for play ideas, then stories are a great starting point. Your toddler’s favourite story can be brought to life through play and might even spark a further interest in reading! This compilation of 11 Story Themed Tuff Tray Ideas shows how bringing stories to life through play doesn’t have to be complicated! It can be if you want it to be, but sometimes simple is best (especially if you don’t have a lot of time on your hands!) Each idea is linked to the original source and I’d encourage you to take a look at the websites they have come from as there are lot’s of inst ..read more

If you’re in need of a quick no-prep activity for your toddler then this is perfect! All you need to do is print the sheets and grab some cereal and you’re good to go! This fine motor skills printable is perfect for those busy days when you just need to grab a quick activity – and it’s great for helping little ones develop those all-important fine motor skills! If you’re looking for more fish-themed activities then I’ve got more for you at the end of this post! Free fine motor skills printable fish and starfish Fine Motor Skills Printable - Under the Sea Download your free ou ..read more

Learning through play is an integral part of growing up and that’s why I love this experiment that I’m going to share with your today, because there’s so much to learn but it’s mainly about the fun activity – I hope you enjoy this ice fishing experiment with your littles ones! This ice fishing experiment is so much fun for young minds (and for us as parents and carers too!) You only need a few things and you can be creating your very own pond of fish in no time! What you need for your ice fishing experiment Silicone fish tray – this tends to be easier for pushing out the fish with e ..read more

It can be hard to get a toddler to focus on anything for more than 2 minutes, and it can be frustrating when you spend a lot of time preparing an activity only to have it abandoned within minutes. But today I want to share with you the beauty of open ended play for toddlers! Open ended play for toddlers is simply play without boundaries. It is based on the child’s imagination and is all about experimenting with play in any way your child chooses. For example, presenting your child with a bag of seashells and allowing them to play with no set format. At first, open ended play may seem l ..read more

Learning the alphabet can be a little daunting for little ones; the key is to make it all fun through play! Learning the alphabet, like learning your name, starts with recognition. So don’t stress if your little one is struggling, just engage them in lots of fun alphabet play activities like this ? If you are looking to help your little one learn the letters of the alphabet in a fun and engaging way, then why not print this free alphabet printable sheet and have some fun with these 6 awesome ways to learn through play alphabet style! Grab The Free Preschool Alphabet Sheet and Read On Fo ..read more

I’m always looking for ways that i can make crafts more accessible for little ones and still have them turn out a little bit pretty (yes I’m all for the process, and I don’t believe it all needs to be picture perfect, but every now and again it’s nice to make something to put on a card that is fun to make as well!) This cookie cutter tissue paper is just brilliant for little hands to have a go at, and the results are so pretty too! All you need is some tissue paper and a few cookie cutters to get making these easy Easter crafts at home with your toddlers and preschoolers! Read to the en ..read more

When you’re stuck at home with nothing to do, then playdough is a always a brilliant go to activity! If you don’t have any playdough in, then don’t worry as I’ve got a super simple recipe that we’ve used over and over with great results! This super easy rainbow playdough recipe is simple to follow and works every time! You’ll never buy play dough again when you realise how easy it is to make your own! And once you’ve made your playdough, I’ve got you covered on a whole list of things to play too, so read to the end for those! Pin me for later ⇓ Playdough Ingredients 150g Flour ..read more