
How to Set Up a Dramatic Play Bakery with Playdough
We love to use playdough as part of a dramatic play bakery. Learn some simple tips on how to create a fun pretend play set
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Play is essential for a child’s development. Through it, kids learn social emotional skills along with growing fine & gross motor skills.
Jean Piaget said it best, “Play is the work of childhood.”
We love to use playdough as part of a dramatic play bakery. Learn some simple tips on how to create a fun pretend play set
Imaginary mini worlds are so fun to create with these awesome shoebox dioramas for kids. Pick a theme or keep it open-ended! Post and project
How to make cardboard masks with kids using simple materials. This creative project can be done for anytime fun, Halloween, or pretend play. Updated February
Make easy painted magnet sticks with your kids. This fun popsicle stick craft will inspire lots of play and creating! Updated February 2025 These simple
Learn how to create an art bot that really draws! With simple instructions, this project is great for big kids, tweens, and teens! Project and
Looking for some fun, engaging, and screen-free activities for your kids? Here’s a list of our favorite creative indoor activities for kids that are sure
Play silks have been the most-used “toy” in our house for years. They are well-loved as props and accessories in all kinds of pretend play.
Learn how to set up a color scavenger hunt for your kids, where they match items found in nature to paint chip colors. This fun
Are your kids into fashion? These kits make introducing fashion design to kids easy and fun for kids of all ages! A big thank you
Magnetic tiles are one of our favorite building toys for kids. They are open-ended and can be used in so many different ways! Updated October
How to make DIY Olympic medals for kids that they can decorate themselves. Celebrate the Olympics with this fun and simple craft. Updated May 2024
10 DIY outdoor games for kids to try this summer! These are easy and fun and will have the whole family playing! Updated March 2024
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