Three low cost activities you can do with your toddlers
Cherish the time you have with them now, because you'll blink and they will be grown...
It can be tiresome and stressful to think of ways to keep your toddlers busy without turning to that shameful smart device for help.
But with crafty mothers and fathers from all parts of the world, and our ability to spot great ideas, we've got you covered.
And the best part is that these ideas won't break your bank account and are easy to do using items you probably already have in your home.
This is a cute interactive activity for you and your toddler. All you require is some water, dish soap, and sugar to create bouncy bubbles...
Hours, okay, maybe minutes of entertainment. Check out the video below, courtesy of TikTok.
@thebastfamily Need a fun activity? Try this! 🫧 BOUNCING BUBBLES 🫧 #toddleractivitiesathome #activitiesforkids #kidactivities #summeractivity #learnontiktok #toddleractivity ♬ Sunroof - Nicky Youre & dazy
Then next up you just need a glass jar, water, some vegetable oil, and food colouring.
This is a great way to keep them occupied with some visual stimulation other than watching 'Cocomelon'.
Check out what happens when you combine these ingredients, courtesy of TikTok.
@bestideasforkids FIREWORKS IN A JAR ✨ 🎇 #scienceforkids #kidsactivities #stemforkids #kidactivities ♬ DJ Wait a Minute - DJ Exe
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And this one has multiple uses both at home and in the car. Plus the great part is that it can be reused and also forms part of the Montessori way of learning.
All you need is some old cardboard, coloured pens, and some clear tape.
Check out this simple craft for your kids, courtesy of TikTok.
@miami_skye 🖍️ Reusable activity boards! Great for road trips 🚗✈️🚂 #mathforkids #montessoritoddler #homeschooling #montessorimom #craftforkids #actividadesinfantiles #preschool #preescolar ♬ Afraid To Feel - LF SYSTEM
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