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101 Ways to Play (#40): Water Balloon Games
Okay, so maybe I am a little too excited about summer approaching as I seem to be really focused on water play games. But keeping with the water theme, water balloons are another fun way to keep cool...
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101 Ways to Play (#41): 18 Blogs Explaining How to Create a Puppet Theater
I was recently introduced to a “how to” blog post on creating puppet theaters. I thought my readers may enjoy so I am passing it on! The craft of designing and creating puppets is, of course, great...
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101 Ways to Play (#42): Parachute Games
Pictured is Super Parachute Party by Alex Toys Can you tell I am ready for summer? My 101 Ways to Play series has been taken over by summer games to play with the little ones. And here’s another...
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101 Ways to Play (#43): Making Homemade Instant Snow
Mama OT recently posted a tutorial on making homemade instant snow. It’s a great sensory-motor activity that incorporates tactile development and fine motor skills. You can also use it as a fun...
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101 Ways to Play (#44): Tummy Time for All Ages
I recently posted on the importance of tummy time for newborns and infants. Tummy time works to develop head and trunk control, strengthen arms and shoulders, develop weight shifting and reaching...
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101 Ways to Play (#45): A Day at the Beach
Looking at everyone’s pictures of their Memorial Day beach vacations is really making me look forward to heading to the beach myself. Who doesn’t love the beach? Sun, swimming, and relaxing (well,...
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101 Ways to Play (#46): More Ideas for Building Core and Upper Body Strength
I recently published a post with ideas for engaging your older child in tummy time. Continuing tummy time after your child is able to sit, stand, and walk and even into their preschool and elementary...
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101 Ways to Play (#47): Fun Kid-Friendly Summer Snacks
Summer is here!!! And so is the heat. Nothing is better for a hot summer day than a fun summer snack. The kiddies love them but let’s face it, even us adults enjoy a refreshing snack from time to...
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101 Ways to Play (#48): Swimming Pool Games
We’re going to the pool today! What is your child’s favorite pool game? Check out this past post for games that are not only fun but provide great skill-building opportunities. The swimming pool...
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101 Ways to Play (#49): Sensory Play with Apple Heart Stampers
Apple Heart Stampers are perfect for birthday cards, Father’s or Mother’s Day, or Valentine’s Day. They are easy to make and the kids love them. You can make your own in just a few easy steps: Cut an...
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101 Ways to Play (#50): The Art of Origami
Origami, which is the Japanese art of paper folding, is a wonderful developmental activity and educational resource. There are many skills and benefits to including origami into your play and craft...
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101 Ways to Play (#51): Bead Stringing
Stringing activities are another of those basic developmental activities that you often see in preschool and daycare environments. Stringing is often involved in many crafts but did you know that...
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101 Ways to Play (#52): Homemade Foam Dough
I love getting on Pinterest. It’s full of great ideas and lots of things that are now on my “One Day” list. But I have to be honest, most of the things I pin I never look at again. For one, many of...
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101 Ways to Play (#53): More Water Games
Summer is coming to an end, can you believe it?!?!? Now is definitely the time to take advantage of those next few weeks before the kids go back to school. Here are a few more ideas for water games...
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101 Ways to Play (#54): Bullseye Splash
Working on ball skills? Want to help your child build better eye-hand coordination? Or just looking for a fun and easy game to entertain your kids? This is a super easy throwing game to play on the...
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101 Ways to Play (#55): Play Guessing Games
Guessing games are fun for the whole family, and are a perfect after-dinner activity that can be shared by everyone to extend meal time togetherness. Spending time as a family is important for bonding...
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101 Ways to Play (#56): Balloon Volleyball
Today has completely been a lazy day. I really had no intentions of leaving the house – or putting a lot of effort into anything period, which meant that craft activities were out of the question....
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101 Ways to Play (#57): Have a Tea Party
Tea parties are such a classic part of childhood play. My daughter LOVES to have tea parties with her parents, grandparents, cousins, friends, and even stuffed animals. She gets out her picnic...
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101 Ways to Play (#58): Go on a Leaf Hunt
Fall is quickly approaching!!! My absolute favorite time of the year! There are so many fun activities to do with the kids in the fall: pumpkin patches, trick-or-treating, long walks, watching the...
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101 Ways to Play (#59): Develop Memory Skills with Duck, Duck, Goose
One of my favorite things about being a pediatric occupational therapist is getting creative and putting a new spin on familiar games. Through play, kids can develop the skills they will need to...
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