Have you heard of “small play”? I hadn’t and discovered this when checking out new pins for my Pinterest boards. “Small world” play refers to creating miniautre little worlds around a theme – similar to some of the dramatic play, and sensory play, ideas I have shared with you in the past. 1. Pirate bin…
DIY projects & materials
My Cute Kitsch Surprises!
It was a very special day at my learning house today! I recently ordered a surprise box from CUTE KITSCH, created by my fellow blogger friend Kasia at The Crafty Mummy blog. She blogs from Ireland and I love every one of her posts. She features all kinds of awesome DIY projects, as well as…
Interesting & unusual planters : gardening fun with children with special needs
One of my main goals at my center for children with special needs is to make learning fun. One of the biggest roles I play is creating programs that increase my kiddos motivation. Motivation is everything. It is the difference between truly engaging in an activity and not being fully present during an activity. It…
DIY Springtime decoupage birdhouse
I love fun DIY projects. This darling little birdhouse was so fun to make! You will need : ♥ Decopatch rosebud paper ♥ Decopatch varnish glue (also exists in this sparkly version) ♥ Decopatch brushes ♥ Round wooden birdhouse This birdhouse is very easy to make and can be done with small kids and kids…
Reggio Emilia inspired Spring nature table – Natural Beach Living
Happy Saturday everyone! Spring, beautiful Spring! It is so wonderful to be experiencing warmer and longer days and to enjoy the blossoms opening all over Paris. All of the rain is absolutely bringing lots of Spring flowers and it is a joy to see! “A tray of several different types of Moss, sticks collected from…
Easy origami for building fine motor skills
Easy origami for building fine motor skills. Hi friends! I am always on the lookout for new activities to help build fine motor skills with my little learners at my center. Recently, I have been using origami to build fine motor skills with the special needs kids I teach. Folding origami is a creative…
Seriously adorable & fun sock puppet ideas
I am seriously into making sock puppets at the moment! I have tried many different variations with the kiddos at my learning house recently. The sock puppet craze started back in March when one of my little boys with autism who has recently started speaking said “les gants” one day! “Les gants” means gloves in…
Sensory box ideas for teaching children with autism
I often use sensory boxes with the children at my learning house. Sensory boxes are fun and a wonderful tool for increasing a child’s communication! Using sensory boxes, you can teach your child new vocabulary, how to request items, names items and identify items receptively. Here are some of my favorite sensory bins! 1. Space sensory…
