My little sensory-seekers love interactive stories. When Big Bear was two years old my mum came over with the We’re Going On A Bear Hunt book and a box she’d filled with sensory props. There were green pom poms to make the ‘swishy swishy’ sound of the grass, blue satin material and a water spray for the ‘splash splash’ of the river, …
5 easy ideas for water sensory play
Water sensory play is one the Bears’ favourite activities. A washing up bowl full of bubbles will keep them occupied for ages. The feeling of water on their hands relaxes them and their favourite game is to wash their cars or Paw Patrol figures in the bubbles. As long as the water doesn’t go on Big Bear’s head (then the …
5 easy sensory activities for spring
Hands up, I’m a bit hit-and-miss when it comes to organising sensory activities. I go through phases and recently it’s been a big old phase of nothing. But last weekend we rediscovered the Bears’ favourite activity: a homemade car wash using a bowl of soapy bubbles, some toy vehicles, and a sponge. Big Bear doesn’t like most toys , but …