Play to Learn Activities for Kids

Positional Words for Kindergarten and Preschoolers

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 27, 2021 | 10 Minutes, 2 Years +, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Language Development, Prep Time, Skills

This printable set of worksheets is all about positional words for kindergarten and preschoolers to learn, review, and reinforce!

Shaving Cream Slime Recipe – How to Make Fluffy Slime

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 25, 2021 | 10 Minutes, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Fine Motor Skills, Prep Time, Science, Sensory Play, Skills

This shaving cream slime recipe makes vibrantly colored fluffy slime! It is super simple to make and has the coolest texture!

Wreath Craft – Genius Re-Use of Old, Colorful Magazines

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 24, 2021 | 10 Minutes, 2 Years +, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Arts & Crafts, Color Recognition, Fine Motor Skills, Prep Time, Skills, Thanksgiving

This wreath craft is a fun way for kids to create festive door decor using simple supplies – just cardboard, glue, and old magazines!

Magnetic Tile Toys – Unique Build-a-Robot Activity

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 23, 2021 | 10 Minutes, 18 Months +, 2 Years +, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Fine Motor Skills, Prep Time, Science, Skills

Magnetic tile toys are so versatile! Take a break from building castles, and build-a-robot using screws, nuts, and bolts for loose parts!

Dinosaur Party, Inspiring Ideas for a Roar-some Birthday

by Michelle Nash | Sep 21, 2021 | 12 Months +, 18 Months +, 2 Years +, 2-3 Years, 3 Years +, 30 Minutes, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Arts & Crafts, Birthday, Celebrations, Prep Time, Sensory Play, Skills

Everything you need to know to throw a roar-some dinosaur party! From dinosaur-themed activities, to cake & table design, we got you covered!

Shape Matching Game – Quick and Easy DIY Puzzle

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 17, 2021 | 15 Minutes, 2 Years +, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, Ages, Early Math, Prep Time, Skills

This DIY shape matching game is a fun way for kids to learn shapes! Bonus points for making this so you don’t lose the puzzle pieces!

Birthday Play Dough Kit – Easy Party in a Box!

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 16, 2021 | 12 Months +, 15 Minutes, 18 Months +, 2 Years +, 2-3 Years, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Birthday, Fine Motor Skills, Prep Time, Sensory Play, Skills

This birthday play dough kit is so much fun! Assemble it once, and then use the loose parts to make cupcakes time and time again!

Printable Number Cards – Learning 1 through 20

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 12, 2021 | 10 Minutes, 2 Years +, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Arts & Crafts, Prep Time, Skills

These Printable Number Cards are a fun way hands on way for the kids to learn numbers 1-20. Use clothespins for fine motor development too!

Easy Coloring Sheet – DIY Invitation to Create People!

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 11, 2021 | 10 Minutes, 2 Years +, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Arts & Crafts, Prep Time, Skills

This DIY easy coloring sheet is so simple to set up! It is such a creative and relaxing activity, perfect for after school or quiet time!

Food Activity for Kids – The Real Life Mr. Potato Head

by Lindsey Schatz | Sep 10, 2021 | 10 Minutes, 2 Years +, 2-3 Years, 3 Years +, 4 Years +, 5 Years +, Ages, Fine Motor Skills, Prep Time, Sensory Play, Skills

This food activity for kids is a great way to expose children to fruits and veggies while constructing a real life Mr. Potato Head!

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