I don’t know about you, but as the summer draws to a close I’m on the look out for easy and relaxing activities. I’ve put together a few of my favorite ways to use art materials when it’s too hot for anything else. These are open-ended enough that everyone in the family can do them, …
How Sensory Play Helps with Your Child’s Big Feelings
Summer is finally here and that means a lot more time outside. Sensory play is a fantastic way to help your child gain the skills she needs to manage big feelings. what is sensory play? Sensory play is any activity that invites exploration through – you guessed it – the senses. It’s child-directed, meaning …
Dread making art with your kiddo? See if these tips change your mind…
“Can I make slime?” I’m sure I’m not the only one that wants to hide whenever they hear that request. There’s something about the impending mess that, well, fills me with dread. Sometimes making art with kids can be hard. The top three complaints I hear are from parents are 1) I’m too tired, …