Encourage experimentation, motor skills, social skills, and more with SENSORY PLAY!
Find out more about the benefits of sensory play in this article from the Cleveland Clinic (outside link, LwJ is not responsible for this content).
Water Play
Now I love a good water table as much as any parent. But you can also use everyday items that you already have to create a simple learning experience. One of my favorites is simply a little water in a tupperware and some measuring utensils.
Have your little one transfer the water from one cup to the next using a measuring cup or a tablespoon.
This is great for hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and problem-solving. I typically start with the larger scoops like a measuring cup and then move to tablespoons and teaspoons.
Tip: Put a towel down if indoors.
You can switch out the water for chia seed or oat flour to add new textures to explore.
(Chia seeds with water create a bit of goop/slime. It’s great to explore and learn. Just a heads up that it can be a bit difficult to clean up. I suggest flat, smooth surfaces like hardwood, tile, or a table, rather than a towel, as it sticks to clothes/fabrics)
