Tag: play-based learning
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Absorbing Hearts: a Valentine’s Day STEAM Activity!
You’ve likely heard of STEM activities which incorporate learning across Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics. When we talk about STEAM activities we add the Arts into this mix. In this case we learned about science principles like absorbtion and saturation through creative play! The bonus is that both my 2.5 year old and 8 year…
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3 Ways To Play Using One Set of Loose Parts!
When it comes to planning activities and invitations to play, you don’t have to re-invent the wheel every single time just to keep your little ones engaged. In fact, children can actually benefit from repeated exposure or revisiting the same materials in a variety of ways. Today I wanted to show you how I used…
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7 Quick & Simple Holiday Activities
Hey mama! I see you over there, working your butt off to make the holidays special for your family! I know your to-do list is already a mile long, so I am here to give you some quick activity ideas to entertain the kiddos using supplies you likely already have on hand! These activities are…
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Pumpkin Resist Art
Is it even Fall without a pumpkin craft? I am a big fan of process art vs. structured crafts, and this is an example of an easy project with a big impact! My absolute favourite part is that while they all look like perfectly round pumpkins, you can see how each child made it unique.…
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Who is The Playful Mama: 10 Things About Me
Hello friends, I am so glad you are here! Let me start things off by telling you a few things about me! 1. First and foremost, I am a Fiancé, a Mom and a Stepmom. I have a stepdaughter who is 8YO and two boys, aged 2YO and 5mos. These 4 are my favorite humans…
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Welcome to The Playful Mama
Hey there! First and foremost, thank you so much for taking the time to stop by and show your support! It means the world to me that you are here! Let me tell you a little bit more about me! My name is Hannah! I have one wise and caring stepdaughter who is 8 years…
Inspired to Play 