Sand play

Last week I introduced a new apparatus: Cardboard Tubes Embedded in a Cardboard Tube . Whenever a new apparatus is introduced or offe...

We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. Please see policies for more information.What is open ended play? Basically play that has no set purpose or limitations, no end goal if you will. Kids can take it where they want and do whatever they want (safely obviously) with the materials

The story of my most recent apparatus begins last spring during the last week of school. I was given two gifts: one was a large cardboard ...

This outdoor sand wall is a fantastic addition to any outdoor play area, a brilliant resource for investigation and outdoor play.

Build your own desert with this fun play dough activity for kids! We love adding interesting things to play dough – it makes it a whole new activity every time. This is perfect for a unit on desert animals. I mixed up some homemade play dough and added real play sand. You can find the […]

Incy Wincy spider- exploring pipes and spiders in the sand. How creative! Children can work on story re-tell as well.

What kid doesn’t LOVE playing in the sand. Well I have a confession…I kind of hate sandboxes. And yes we have one in our backyard, but I’m a bit OCD and there’s something about sand that drives me insane. I mean it gets eve-ry-where! My littlest is at the prime sand eating and throwing age […]

Moon Sand, A Toddler Sensory Play Activity, just two ingredients, great indoor or outdoor activity for toddler and kids!

Cascading Water Messy Station Children will love experimenting with this portable water play unit. Pour liquid into the top bowl and see it cascade into the lower section. A lovely way to add something different to sand and water play. Accessories not included. The metal bowls can be tipped as we know children love emptying and filling their water containers. Incorporate the unit into various play activities using large trays, funnels, channels, buckets, scoops, jugs etc. A lovely way to…

Today is Play in the Sand Day, but if you can't hit the beach don't sweat it. We've got 9 beach-less sand play ideas you can do in your own kitchen, deck or backyard.