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Countdown to school
Its almost time to think about going back to school (8 September). To help ease the transition – a countdown calendar, like this one can make your child feel more prepared.
You can also read through the social stories sent from school to get ready for the term ahead.
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Another great activity for kids of all ages – building, whether with @lego , Duplo or building blocks.
Try pouring out some Duplo onto a big tray or on a mat. Suggest a couple of ideas – ‘Can you make the tallest tower?’ or ‘Can you invent an animal?’ Or maybe, ‘Only use the blue and green blocks.’
You can also use the @brickit.app for suggestions of what to build with whatever bricks you have at home.
Fun fact: did you know that Lego and Duplo are compatible? Give it a go!
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Make the most of good weather and paint outside!
Use pieces of paper from around the house. Set up a tray or table outside with paints and paintbrushes.
Join in if you like and paint the world around you. OR to support body awareness, place a mirror outside too and point to different parts of your child’s face.
You could draw an outline of a face and encourage your child to paint in the different parts of their face!
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MORE Sensory FUN
Create your own sensory ‘goo’ with chia seeds.
Combine ¼ cup (60 ml) of chia seeds with 1 ¾ cups (310 ml) of water and a splash of food colouring. Mix well and refrigerate for at least a few hours, or overnight.
Before using, give it a stir and pour it into a shallow sensory tray. Add spoons or cups or encourage getting hands messy… let the sensory play begin!
For more summer ideas, have a look at our Summer Fun Highlights!
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Sensory FUN
Kinetic sand is a great way to create a sensory tray. Place items like scoops and spoons inside the tray for children to fill and empty. Try pretending you are at the beach and building sand castles OR why not build towers?
Look out for another post later this week for an alternative to Kinetic sand.
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