Dinosaur Sponge Paper

Dinosaur Sponge Paper by Crayon Box Chronicles

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Let’s create our own paper today using sponges! C and I are always exploring new ways to play with dinosaurs! The options with sponges are endless — hearts, christmas trees, bells, ghosts, shapes, clovers, bunny ears, eggs.  If you can cut it out of a sponge, you can make it! Continue reading

Sensory Activity: Hidden Shapes Bean Tray

Hidden shapes bean tray for sensory play

Sensory learning involves the processing of stimuli through your senses – taste, touch, smell, hearing, and vision.  It gives your child sensory experiences that help them develop dexterity – pincher grasp; teaches them about the properties of objects and substances – weight, balance, measurements; and helps them identify words associated with sensations – hot, cold. Continue reading

Foil Paint Art

Foiling Art Painting @ Crayon Box Chronicles

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Calling all artists! Pack up the paper and pull out the foil and dish soap and let’s paint! Utilizing household materials is such a fun way to create something beautiful! Plus, it teaches the kiddos to conserve, reuse, and to look at things in a different way.  This is another addition to our homemade fun series! Continue reading