These 4 DIYs prove pom poms are magic
Pom poms are a fun way to help develop fine motor skills and dexterity, and a great addition to sensory play. Try these quick and easy activities with your child.
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DIY spice paints, nature soup, and more ways to explore smell
Many sensory activities focus on texture, temperature and other tactile properties. Try these ways to incorporate smell into your two-year-old’s sensory play.
Try a sound walk (and these 5 other activities) to boost your child’s language skills
Your two-year-old is likely starting to demonstrate more awareness of environmental sounds. Here's how you can help them tune into sound.
5 things that are happening with your child’s language development right now
A lot of exciting language development happens between your child's second and third birthdays. Here's what you can expect now in terms of language development.
4 fun sensory activities that build neural pathways
Sensory activities engage the body and mind in a way that builds critical neural pathways. Here are some sensory activities with varying levels of messiness.
Week 51: Sensory play (and why letting your baby get messy is important)
Keeping your baby clean matters to most parents, but getting messy can teach important skills. Here are some fun ideas for messy sensory play.
Week 30: Fresh ideas with water and ice
Water and ice teach your baby that some things stay the same, while others transform. Here are some fun ideas for water and ice play.
Week 38: Puffs develop your baby’s fine motor skills
Your baby is learning to use a pincer grasp to pick up objects. Learn why puff snacks can be your baby's favorite (safe) way to practice their new motor skills.
The case for messy sensory play: ideas for right now
In order for any of your child's individal senses to give them meaningful information about the world, they need to be linked in the brain—this is the case for getting messy.
Week 26: Mouthing and speech development (there’s a connection)
By mouthing objects, your baby builds a solid foundation for speech and sensory development. Find out what is safe for your baby to mouth.
Week 16: We searched all over Pinterest for sensory tummy time ideas and got the best for you
Combining tummy time with sensory introduces your baby to different sights, sounds, and textures. Here are 4 great sensory play ideas for right now.
Why do children love feeling dizzy?
Spinning around and the resulting dizziness are significant tools children use to learn about their bodies. Learn more in our blog post.
