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Dinosaur Theme Preschool Sensory Bin Activity

Dinosaurs have always been such a popular topic in preschool and kindergarten classrooms. It’s hard to imagine what life would have been like living with these gigantic and scary looking beasts. Maybe that’s why children, and adults, are so interested in them. The mystery of the creatures that used to be! Something children enjoy is…

Toilet Paper Roll Fireworks Process Art for Preschoolers

While they may not be a favorite of our furry, four legged friends, fireworks sure can be a joy to watch. The vibrant colors, the fizzling sounds, the grand finale! Watching fire works during a celebration can be a great experience for all ages, young and old. Our fireworks process art project brings the joy…

Ocean, Sand and Seashell Sensory Bin Activity

What’s better than lounging on a beach with ocean waves lapping at your toes?! Possibly nothing. This beach sensory bin brings all the magic of the seaside into the classroom. It includes sand, shells, and crinkle paper but you can include any other other ocean-themed items you’d like in this preschool sensory bin. Children will…

Spring Sensory Bin Ideas for the Little Blue Truck Springtime Book

Sharing books with toddlers, preschoolers, and young learners is one of the most important things you can do. Pair that with a sensory activity for preschoolers and that is a double win! This sensory spring activity is designed to use with the book, “Little Blue Truck’s Springtime,” by Alice Schertle and illustrated by Jill Mcelmurry….

Easy Glow in the Dark Slime Recipe for Kids

How does glow in the dark even work? I’ve heard that question before from children, however I’m not even sure myself. Even though we have no idea how it works, we sure love glow in the dark ANYTHING at my house. My kids love wearing glow pajamas at night and having dance parties in their…

Ocean Animals Preschools Ice Excavation Activity

Sensory experiences are an important component of early childhood learning. Children love hands-on activities that allow them to explore with their senses. Adults, however, are often reluctant to let kids paint, glue, or play with ice simply because of the mess. When the weather gets hot, outdoor exploration with melting ice is one way to…

Dinosaur Excavation Ice Activity for Preschoolers

As many times as we’ve seen dinosaur movies at our house you would think my children would want to be paleontologists when they grow up. We have used a few dinosaur ‘bone’ excavator kits from online, but they can be pricy and messy. Our fun learning multi-sensory dino ice excavation activity is easy to make…

The Life Cycle of a Butterfly Sensory Bin for Preschoolers

Life cycles are so fun to explore with young, curious learners! It feels like a grand reveal when you show them a butterfly emerging from a chrysalis! The Life Cycle of a Butterfly Sensory Bin for Preschoolers allows kids hands-on, exploratory play to practice vocabulary and learn how a caterpillar becomes a butterfly. I love…

Ice Cube Painting Summer Art for Kids

My kids love summer, mostly because they get to spend so much time outside playing. Between the trampoline jumping, bicycle riding, and tree climbing, they usually need to cool off often. Popsicles are great, but how about being able to get cool and create something while doing it. Our summer ice cube painting is sure…

Easy Recipe for Making Purple Clear Slime

I think I love making easy slime recipes as much as kids do! If you make the recipe together, it’s a science lesson. The sensory play that follows is an added bonus! Slime is easily adaptable to any season, holiday, or special event. And students never seem to lose interest in slime! This fun purple…

Paper Plate Life Cycle of a Butterfly Activity for Kids

Life cycles are so fun to explore with young, curious learners! It feels like a grand reveal when you show them a butterfly emerging from a chrysalis! This multi-sensory stages of a butterfly life cycle craft really brings the process to life and helps kids remember it. I love that it requires simple materials that…

Cute DIY Bunny Easter Basket from Milk Jug

Wondering what to do with all those milk jugs? Make a milk jug Easter basket, of course! What a great way to teach kids about recycling while creating a functional, cute DIY Easter basket. I love this idea! Use this idea with young learners from toddlers and preschoolers through early elementary. This Easter craft for…