August 2021 – Happy Days – Bucket Filled

Activities to have Fun,
Learn and Create

Month: August 2021

DIY geoboard

5 – 15 mins Fine motor, colour mixing, science concepts Easy Minimal preparation Geoboards are a fabulous learning tool. They are great for creating art, exploring shapes and developing visual skills. It’s a great way to practice fine motor development and engage with STEM learning all at once! You can buy them, but why when …

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Mess-free painting

10 – 15 mins Sensory, fine motor, creative expression Minimal mess Easy! Mess free painting- a simple technique for children to explore and engage in the process of the creative arts, whilst being mess free! From babies, toddlers and preschoolers- children will love this colourful, sensory based experience. Easy and quick to prepare, with lasting …

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Sensory Number Dig

10 – 20 mins Fine motor, number recognition, equations, sensory Minimal mess Easy This sensory number dig is a great play based experience that not only fosters sensory awareness but will encourage number recognition and/or basic maths equations depending on your child’s age, stage and ability. Super simple, easy to set up, minimal mess and …

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Balloon Rocket

5 – 15 mins Fine motor, science concepts Mess free Easy This balloon rocket is a super fun, super simple science experiment for everyone to enjoy. Minimal resources required, easy to set up, quick to conduct and an array of learning opportunities to be had.  Your children will engage in many scientific concepts such as prediction, …

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Nerf target

5 – 15 mins Active, fine motor, numeracy concepts Minimal mess Easy Here’s a super simple game that can be whipped in in minimal time and keep those active children busy, entertained and engaged.  Made from basic recycled materials, you can create this great adaptable game that children both young and old will enjoy. Keep …

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Pattern-tops

10 – 20 mins Fine motor, patterning, sorting, colour recognition Minimal mess Easy! Requires preparation This pattern top activity is so simple and inexpensive! A great DIY educational activity that helps children to recognise and learn patterns. In this activity your child will use exploratory and manipulative play to match and recreate the same pattern …

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Rainbow Fizz

5 – 15 mins Fine motor, colour mixing, science concepts Minimal mess Easy Rainbow Fizz is a super easy experience that can be set up in minimal time, is inexpensive and will engage and capture your little one’s attention. By just using baking Soda, food colouring and vinegar your children will create some magical rainbow …

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