Art

Finger Paint!

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Finger painting is loved by kids and is nearly a perfect activity. Why? It combines creativity, fine motor, sensory integration, color theory, cause and affect, and imagination.  It is playful and fun! Even young toddlers can participate if given the right kind of paint.

I’ll be sharing finger-painting with my kids at work and will give their parents a sample of paint. Since I need a big batch of paint and a super easy recipe, I spent an afternoon playing in the kitchen and created this one from edible ingredients. It is toddler friendly too!

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Lemon~Lime Summertime Play Dough

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In honor of summer time we are making Lemon-Lime Play Dough. It smells so refreshing and we want to mix up the wonderful colors and flavors. It is perfect for a day when it is just to dog-gone hot to go outside and play!

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Why is Sensory Play so Important?

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Why is sensory play such as finger-painting, play dough, sand, mud, and etc important to a child’s development?

When engaged in sensory play children use all of their senses. It promotes sensory integration which is the ability of the body to integrate and process all of the information it receives via the sensory modalities of touch, taste, smell, hearing, and vision. As children pour, dump, build, scoop, and explore they are learning about spatial concepts (full, empty). They learn pre-math concepts along with language and vocabulary.  Messy play can be calming to children. It is not just about making a mess and getting dirty; it is an essential component to learning that encourages exploration and discovery through play.

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Simple Snow Art

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Is it snowing? If you are like us, it is not and it is an exceptionally warm and delightful winter.  You can create your own ‘snow’ through this little art project using a few simple supplies and a little imagination:

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Easy Activities with Triangle Christmas Trees

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I hope you have been enjoying the Creative Christmas Countdown! Our international team of bloggers has done a fabulous job of sharing creative ideas, activities, crafts, and memory makers for the holiday season. I’m delighted to be a part this event and will be sharing a post on Christmas Eve; and it is ready!

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