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9 natural play dough brands providing endless sensory play

Katie Oliveira da SilveiraSeptember 1, 2020

Tiny hands have been enjoying the sensory bliss and benefits of play dough for decades: it inspires creative feats, helps develop fine-motor skills and it e... Read More...

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Make: Easy baby sensory bags

Anita ButterworthMarch 23, 2020

It's the tummy time activity mums and bubs are going gaga over and crafting it at home takes just a few minutes. Sensory bags, or squish bags, are designed ... Read More...

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Mum Tip: DIY sensory wall

Anita ButterworthJune 18, 2019

Sensory play is essential for early learning. Whip up this easy DIY sensory box made from bits and bobs around the house and watch it become a play-magnet f... Read More...

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Yes it’s playdough. Yes you can eat it.

Anita ButterworthSeptember 10, 2018

No matter how many times you tell the tykes not to eat the play dough, somehow the salty, squishy substance always ends up getting a little nibble. Well, wo... Read More...

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Splish, splash, splosh! 18 water play activities for toddlers

Hejira ConveryJanuary 15, 2017

Water play is a wet and wildly fun activity for toddlers, so head outside and make a splash. Toddlers love - make that, LOVE - to play with H2O. It's coo... Read More...

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Look, listen, love! Le Toy Van Petilou Sensory Shapes

Hejira ConveryJanuary 12, 2017

There's a square in there, and a bell as well, colours to spy and fluffy fabric to feel - welcome to the bright and educational world of Le Toy Van Petilou ... Read More...

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Squidgy-licious! 18 DIY playdough recipes

Hejira ConveryOctober 11, 2016

Everyone loves play dough, and chances are, your kiddies will go through their stash like it's going out of fashion (which it's definitely not!). So, instead ... Read More...

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The hidden benefits of sensory play + 30 activities

Hejira ConveryJune 10, 2016

Make some play dough, make some mess and make some noise, because it's sensory play time! Sensory play is any activity that stimulates and develops your ... Read More...

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Meet Sponky! The fun-loving Chihuahua from Melbourne

Kate Le GallezOctober 10, 2015

Do you remember your special toys from when you were little? The ones you took on adventures and who became your closest companions? We all need a loyal fri... Read More...

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Toddler busy bag ideas including felt fish

10 toddler busy bag ideas

Simone McNamaraMarch 5, 2013

Smart mums know that if you're waiting at the doctor's office, trying to grab a caffeine kick at a cafe, or taking an urgent call on the run, a bag of toddl... Read More...

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