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Fall Sensory Play Simmer Pot

Fall Sensory Play Simmer Pot

Nothing smells better than fall; and when it comes to stimulating our kiddo’s senses, smell is often a sense that can be overlooked. We recently put together some of our favorite scents for fall in a “Fall Sensory Play Simmer Pot”. Simply gather the ingredients…

The Afterschool Meltdown: Strategies for Your Preschooler

The Afterschool Meltdown: Strategies for Your Preschooler

Is your little one having some big feelings when they get home from school? After school meltdown is real! Little friends are navigating challenging new activities at school, learning school rules, sharing materials with peers, and experiencing new sights, sounds, and touch all day. When…

The Benefits of Movement | Therapist Recommended “Power” Moves for Preschoolers

The Benefits of Movement | Therapist Recommended “Power” Moves for Preschoolers

Movement is super powerful! It is an inner and innate drive, and a foundational component of how we explore our environment and orient ourselves in space. The benefits of movement are infinite. Movement helps to build postural control and develop body awareness and motor control.…

Potato Head Play Ideas

Potato Head Play Ideas

This month’s Walk, Talk, Play All Star Toy of the Month is a total play classic! The Potato Head by Hasbro is a staple that we believe belongs in every playroom. In this article, we put together some of our favorite Potato Head Play Ideas that…

Let’s Get Tactile! Benefits and Tips for Setting Up a Sensory Bin

Let’s Get Tactile! Benefits and Tips for Setting Up a Sensory Bin

Therapists and teachers love to utilize sensory bins for preschool exploration because there are so many benefits! Young children are naturally in a ‘touch to learn’ phase in which they are learning about their environment, such as cause/effect concepts, through experiences. This article will provide…

Plastic Egg Activities for Preschoolers

Plastic Egg Activities for Preschoolers

April’s All Star toy is plastic eggs! These are a fave for therapists to build purposeful play because there are so many ways to adapt the fun. So don’t pack away the holiday decorations just yet and stay tuned all month for some engaging, easy…

STEM Activities for Preschoolers

STEM Activities for Preschoolers

As a parent it’s easy to find the idea of STEM intimidating! But, chances are, if your little one is busy in free play and exploring their environment it’s likely your natural scientist is already implementing tons of STEM concepts. We put some our heads…

Lion in my Way | Language Fun for the Whole Family

Lion in my Way | Language Fun for the Whole Family

Looking for a game that’s fun for the whole family? You’ll love Lion in My Way from @eeboopieceandlove. This collaborative (and silly!) game encourages little ones to let their imagination and creativity run wild as they determine which tools will help them overcome various obstacles.…

St. Patrick’s Day Purposeful Play | Activities for Preschoolers

St. Patrick’s Day Purposeful Play | Activities for Preschoolers

Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! We have put together some of our favorite St. Patrick’s Day play activities with all things green, rainbows, and of course gold coins! Lucky Charms Oobleck Coco loves messy play, so oobleck is a perfect fit for her…