As a Mum, I am always looking for creative ways to entertain and educate my daughter.
Here are a few idea's that we love to do.
Hand Washing Games.
Heres how to teach them to wash their hands without a constant reminder.
*Fill a tub with soapy water and place it on the kitchen bench.
*Put a toy in the bottom of the tub. *
Change the toy throughout the day to keep it interesting.
Each time your child washes their hands they also get a toy to play with.
*Draw up a card that has a picture of hands under the tap.
Whenever you serve food place the card on top of the plate as a reminder.
*Give a mini-hand massage when you wash your hands together.
Good Morning Song!
It will ease everyone into starting the day with a smile.
Special Breaks!
A change of scenery rejuvenated us all and gives us something to talk about and look forward too.
Go to a local park, a trip to the pet shop or a neighbours house.
Make dressing fun!
Telephone Fun!
*Take pictures of family and friends, keep them in a box next to your phone.
*When someone calls show your child the picture so they know who you are talking too.
It can be a fun game to pick a picture and pretend to call.
Television time!
Reading Tips!
ick books with clear,easy words that go with the pictures.
*Name the objects in the pictures as you go.
*Find books that bring reading to life.
Books about a picnic, visiting nana, a farm, baking a cake.
*Make reading a regular part of your daily bedtime ritual.
Blowing Game!
*You will need a few straws a light ball and some cheerios.
*Cause and effect game.
*Blow through the straws and make the objects move.
*This game can be played on the floor or table top.
Let your child feel the air coming out of the straw.
Add a finish line with tape and make it a game.
Writing Practice!
Fill the pan or tray with one of the above.
Show your child how to draw lines, shapes and pictures with their fingers.
(describe the texture to your child as you go)
Make your own textured Mat!
*You will need a large piece of contact paper.
*place the sticky side UP.
Collect materials from around the garden and stick them on.
*Make sure you leave a large gab empty around the edge of the contact paper.
*Turn it over and stick it to your floor (it will be easy to remove later)
*Your kids will have a great time walking over and feeling the different textures and feel the shapes change when thy step on them.
My Picture flash cards.
*I simply print off pictures of things we use and love to do along with friends nd family.
*Blue tack them to the wall and we point at them and talk about them each day.
*It's also a great way for your child to communicate with you.
THE WORLDS BEST PLAY DOUGH
One of my best friends and her Mother both work with Kids and this is there fool proof recipe.
I use it and it's easy and always a hit!
TRAVEL IDEA
Painted Sneakers
One of my best friends and her Mother both work with Kids and this is there fool proof recipe.
I use it and it's easy and always a hit!
PLAY DOUGH RECIPE
What you need..
2 Cups of Plain Flour
4 Tbs Cream of Tartar
2 Tbs Cooking Oil
1 Cup of Salt
2 Cups of Boiling Water
Your Food Colouring of Choice
What to do..
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Add more flour if sticky.
Store in an airtight container.
Get ready to play !
TRAVEL IDEA
I GOT THIS FANTASTIC CAR STORAGE IDEA FROM MARTHASTEWART.COM
MY FAVOURITE WEBSITE!
A canvas shoe bag is just right for keeping toys tidy and easy to reach in the car. This 16-pocket organizer was cut in half and hemmed at the bottom. A ribbon loop at the top is hung over the back of a front seat. Long ribbons stitched to the bottom corners reach around the seat back and tie in front. The pockets can hold cassette players and headphones, playing cards, coloring books and pens, a flashlight, and a few favorite friends.
I ALWAYS FIND THE MORE ORGANISED I AM THE LESS STRESSED OUT IF GET AND THE MORE I CAN ENJOY THE DAY.
Painted Sneakers
FROM MARTHA STEWART .COM
Give sneakers a one-of-a-kind look with this charming craft.
DISCOVERED ON MARTHA STEWART.COM
Tools and MaterialsNewspaper
Clean canvas sneakers
Fabric or acrylic craft paint
Artist paintbrushes
Fabric paint pens
Painted Sneakers How-To1. Cover a work surface with newspaper.
2. Using fabric paints and paint pens, decorate sneakers.
3. Let paint dry for 24 hours before painting another shade on top of the original colour.
Fancy Shades
Tools and MaterialsNewspaper
Clean canvas sneakers
Fabric or acrylic craft paint
Artist paintbrushes
Fabric paint pens
Painted Sneakers How-To1. Cover a work surface with newspaper.
2. Using fabric paints and paint pens, decorate sneakers.
3. Let paint dry for 24 hours before painting another shade on top of the original colour.
Fancy Shades
MARTHA STEWART.COM
Embellish plain sunglasses with sequins, seashells, or confetti hand-punched from colorful paper. Just apply craft glue to the object, then press it onto the frame. (For heavier items, an adult should use craft cement.) Let dry completely before striking that movie-star pose.
Magical Beans Mosaic
MARTHA STEWART.COM
This magical bean mosaic is a wonderful activity for kids and adults to do together.
Tools and MaterialsPencil
Canvas boards
Small paintbrush
Craft glue
Dried beans
Ruler
Tools and MaterialsPencil
Canvas boards
Small paintbrush
Craft glue
Dried beans
Ruler
1. Start by drawing a pattern in pencil on your canvas board. You can create geometric designs, a still life, or even a portrait in dried beans -- think of it as a color-by-numbers painting.
2. "Paint" a thin layer of glue in one area of your pattern, and sprinkle the area with colorful beans. Use a single color in each area.
3. Use the ruler to tidy up the edges of the beans before moving on to the next area.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until the board is covered. Let dry for 1 hour.
THE BEST KIDS MUSIC
Elmo is very popular in our house and with the Big stars joining in with new versions of their hit songs we all win!
JASON MRAZ AND ELMO
ELMO SINGS HIS ABC
WILL I AM AND THE LITTLE MONSTERS
JUSTINE CLARKE
I first heard her music when picking Taylor up from Occasional Care. It created a magical ambiance and I had to find out who was playing.
After purchasing her album, Taylor and I love the video clips so much we play them off youtube everyday.
DANCING FACE IS THE BIG FAVOURITE
I LIKE TO SING
WATERMELON
DOIN IT
IMAGINATION
GREAT BIG WORLD
FRIENDS
SONG TO MAKE YOU SMILE
