Kids love play dough! It’s fun to make and fun to play with. When they follow the recipe with you, they will learn about following instructions and using numbers. Playing with play dough supports the development of physical skills (especially hand and finger muscles). It also builds imagination and creativity, and can be a calming […]
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Children of all ages love water games – and water can be very relaxing. This activity lets your child play with water as they develop their hand–eye coordination, and learn some maths and science concepts. As children pour, they have to think about how fast to pour, how long to pour, and when to stop.
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This is a fun listening game that you and your child can play together at any time. While playing this game, children are learning about rhythm, how to take turns and counting. What do I need? Just you and your child. How do I do it? With your child looking at you, say “My turn”
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Fairies and secret gardens are magic! There’s magic in the very idea that fairies might be living at your place! Your child’s imagination can come to life as they build a special home for the fairies. They will also develop care and empathy as they create a home for someone else. What do I need?
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Children learn about rhythm and other aspects of music by experiencing different musical styles. They learn how music makes them feel and how to express these feelings. Listening to live music teaches children about being part of an audience. What do I need? Music – from the radio, your music collection, online or a live
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Allow your child to be an artist for the day! They can create abstract art (where the subjects are not ‘realistic) with some basic materials. As they do, they can explore and discover colour, develop their coordination, and strengthen their hand and finger muscles. Tip: Keep a sponge ready for any spills. Food dye can
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Building cubbies is a fun thing to do! It provides an opportunity for children to plan, create, discuss and problem solve. They can use anything, build nearly anywhere and then have a wonderful time “living” in them. What do I need? Furniture Bedsheets Blankets Pillows Pencil and paper How do I do it? Talk to
It’s fun helping your child build a special place for their toy animals – with ja few simple things from the house and garden. They can use their imagination to create stories about their animal kingdom! What do I need? Toy animals – farm animals, zoo animals, small dolls and dinosaurs – whatever you have
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Imagine creating a whole city – with buildings, roads and cars. This activity can have your child engaged for hours! As they make things, they can test ideas and practise new drawing skills. When they are playing, they can make up stories, developing the language to talk about their creation. What do I need? Cardboard
Let your child take flight as they discover how caterpillars change into butterflies. This game helps your child develop their balance, as well as their awareness of their head and body. Note – this game won’t suit every child. If they are uncomfortable being rolled up in the blanket, you could be the one to
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