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Things to Do When You’re Kids Are Saying “I’m Bored or For Kiddos With Sensory Needs 🫶🏾
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items Here's a list of fun, engaging activities that help keep kids (including my own!) entertained and for some, they also meet important sensory needs. Because let's be honest... if they’re not busy, they’ll be climbing on us or calling our names until t...
My child absolutely loves slime even though, honestly, it tests my love for mess. But thankfully, this easy homemade slime recipe only requires a handful of ingredients and takes minutes to make. You will need baking soda, Elmer’s glue, food coloring...
The EASIEST Homemade Slime Recipe (3-Ingredients!)
This sand is amazing! (1) It’s mess-free, making cleanup a breeze. (2) It never dries out, no matter how long your kiddo plays with it. (3) It’s moldable and holds its shape effortlessly. (4) And did I mention? Cleanup is super easy! 😌
Kinetic Sand products at Target
These sensory bins are awesome! There’s a wide range to spark your kiddo’s imagination from construction sites to bakeries. They’re hands-on and come with fun tools to play with. Plus, they’re super easy to set up and store away.
Walmart Supercenter- Sensory Bins
Playdoh is another great activity! It’s soft, non-toxic (because we all know kids love to put things in their mouths), and perfect for boosting creativity and fine motor skills. And who knows you might have a little fun with it too!
Walmart Supercenter- Playdoh
Just play the music, and Danny Go takes care of the rest! From flamingos to “the floor is lava,” this game is sure to keep them entertained.
Danny Go!
I was today years old when I realized this game is basically a sport! I used to play it just for fun, but anyway, here’s another winner. Start with one balloon, but if you want to up the challenge and keep things lively, try two, haha!
Balloon Keep Up
Painting isn’t always the most convenient activity, but it’s great for supporting sensory development. Check out these affordable painting kits from Five Below, they make it easy and fun!
Five Below
I got these for my daughter’s birthday and she absolutely loves them. Such a great alternative to traditional building blocks and the magnetic pieces are surprisingly strong.
PicassoTiles – STEM Toy Magnetic Tiles | Perfect Holiday Gift for Kids · PicassoTiles
This was another birthday pick from my daughter and she loves it. It combines her favorite things: makeup, coloring, and stencil which makes it such a fun and creative set.
Horizon Group USA Barbie Magazine - Hair & Makeup
Such a cute camera. It’s small, lightweight, and easy to use. There are also games in case snapping pictures getting boring.
Goopow Kids Digital Camera for 3-8 Year Olds
Such a great budget-friendly find. If your kiddo loves Hello Kitty, they will definitely love this. It’s a fun alternative to a remote-control car and works great during bath time, just make sure the water is high enough!
Hello Kitty® Remote Control Windsurfer