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Discover fun and creative ideas to encourage play time with toys, light play, music, multi-sensory activities and tactile art. Also find seasonal holiday crafts!

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Cardboard Christmas Ornament Craft

Holiday Crafts and Ideas

Cardboard Christmas Ornament Craft

Let your kids get involved in the tree decorating with this simple, inexpensive Cardboard Christmas Ornament Craft. All you need is an old box and some imagination.

DIY gratitude fridge magnets

Tactile Arts and Crafts

Gratitude Fridge Magnets Craft for Kids

Looking for a fun way to encourage gratitude in your home? This gratitude fridge magnet craft is not only adorable but also easy to make.

A little European girl plays with beads in the colored sand.

Sensory Activities

Sensory Play: 5 Hands-On Activities for Preschool Sensory Development

Sensory play is easy, fun, and doesn’t have to be expensive. Check out our ideas for simple, hands-on - and messy! - sensory learning play with your preschooler.

Teacher and kids learning ecology gardening.

Math and Science, Sensory Activities

Gardening with Kids: Planting Seeds of Knowledge in Preschool

Ready to discover the joy of gardening with your kids? Our expert tips and fun, hands-on gardening activities will cultivate a love for nature.

Banana Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Cooking and Kitchen Play

Banana Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

A healthy after-school snack or treat, these banana pumpkin chocolate chip muffins are sure to be a hit! Make them with your kids for a fun fall activity.

Children toddlers girls play logical toy learning shapes, arithmetic and colors at home.

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14 Fun and Educational Indoor Activities for Toddlers

Whether you’re stuck at home on a rainy day or simply trying to fill ten minutes, we've got some fun and engaging indoor activities for toddlers to inspire you.

Bible memory verse bracelets

Tactile Arts and Crafts

Bible Memory Verse Bracelets

Do you want to help your child memorize scripture verses? These Bible memory verse bracelets are simple and effective.

A young boy eating a tasty raspberry with yogurt.

Cooking and Kitchen Play, Feeding and Eating

13 Best Gluten-Free Snacks for Kids

The best gluten-free snacks for kids combine nutrients found in fruits and veggies with protein to provide optimal fuel for a growing child’s body.

Mother with daughter choosing plush dog in store.

Toys

Safe Toy Selection: How To Choose Age-Appropriate and Non-Toxic Toys

Ensure your child’s well-being with top tips on choosing suitable toys that create a secure, fun play environment with our guide to safe toy selection.

Young girl drinking a pumpkin spice latte.

Cooking and Kitchen Play

Kid-Friendly Pumpkin Spice “Not-a-Latte”

Who says kids can’t enjoy the pumpkin spice latte craze? This Kid-Friendly Pumpkin Spice “Not-a-Latte” recipe is delicious and fun to make.

Three affirmation keychains.

Parenting, Play, Tactile Arts and Crafts

Affirmation Backpack Buddy Keychains

These affirmation backpack buddy keychains are adorable and easy to make. Give your child a little encouragement with this simple craft as they head to school.

Three pumpkin pie cups.

Cooking and Kitchen Play

No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Cups

These No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Cups make a great after-school snack or after-dinner treat! They’re easy to make ahead of time and have ready to grab in the fridge.

Pumpkin picking fine motor activity.

Fine and Gross Motor, Play

Pumpkin Picking Fine Motor Activity

This adorable pumpkin picking fine motor activity is a breeze to make! A perfect fall activity for preschoolers and toddlers alike.

Apple seed counting game tiles.

Math and Science, Play

Apple Seed Counting Game

This apple seed counting game is easy to create and fun to play! With just an oatmeal container and a few supplies, you can surprise your child with this delightful...

Peanut butter cookie bites.

Cooking and Kitchen Play

Healthy Peanut Butter Sprinkle Cookie Bites

These Healthy Peanut Butter Sprinkle Cookie Bites are perfect for picky eaters! With just four ingredients, they’re simple to make.

Sensory integration room in the center for children.

Sensory Activities

21 Sensory Room Ideas to Try at Home

Have you considered creating a sensory room or sensory space in your home? It doesn't have to be difficult or expensive. Take a look at these simple ideas.

Mushroom color sorting activity.

Play

Mushroom Land Color Sorting Activity

This adorable Mushroom Land Color Sorting Activity is a fun way to reinforce color names and build fine motor skills. With just a few supplies you can create this adorable...

Three finished painted peg dolls.

Play, Tactile Arts and Crafts

Peg Doll Painting for Kids

This peg doll painting activity will delight children of all ages. Peg dolls are simple to paint and can be used for a variety of educational activities.

Strawberry orange coconut popsicles.

Cooking and Kitchen Play

Orange Strawberry Coconut Popsicles

These nutrient-packed Orange Strawberry Coconut Popsicles are vegan, dairy-free, and simple to make! Your kids will love this sweet, healthy summertime treat!

Little boy 1 year playing in the kindergarten.

Sensory Activities

What Is Sensory Soft Play?

Sensory soft play delights the senses but did you know it also helps develop your child’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills, find out more.

Children's room with a play tent, pillows and toys in baskets.

Sensory Activities

How To Create a Sensory Corner

If you're looking for resources to help your child's sensory regulation, look no further than a sensory corner! Learn how to create the perfect sensory corner.

A boy with glasses folding a large paper for origami.

Tactile Arts and Crafts

10 Surprising Ways Origami Can Empower Blind Children

Accessible origami presents a myriad of benefits for blind children. Learn how to get started with this paper folding craft!

Rainbow Playdough Cutting Station

Play, Sensory Activities

Rainbow Playdough Cutting Station

This rainbow playdough cutting station is perfect for fine motor skill practice. Grab your playdough supplies and have some fun with your little one!

Two watercolor paintings of popsicles.

Play, Tactile Arts and Crafts

Watercolor Popsicle Painting for Kids

This watercolor popsicle painting activity is easy and adorable. With just a few steps and materials, your child can create their own popsicle painting.