Messy Materials

Messy Materials encourage exploration and help children develop creativity because there is no right or wrong way to play.

Bring It Home

• Make some time for your child to play in the dirt or add some water and let them play in the mud. Prepare in advance with a way to clean up and a change of clothes.

• Put toddlers in front of a tray of shaving cream and allow them to explore.

• Take advantage of the messy materials nature provides. Each season has something new: leaves, snow, rain and sand.

• Allow your child to play with finger paint, paste and play dough. For recipes click here.
  

• Allow your child to play with different materials in the sink (i.e. large rocks, shaving cream, etc.). The more sensory exposure the better!

• Play in the woods or at the beach – be sure to bring shovels, pails and sifters. See what your child creates.

• Read our blog CureCabin Fever with Creative Play

Last updated September 22, 2017