In the merry month of December, let’s keep things sweet and simple while staying engaged with your little reindeers! Enjoy some of these fun activities…and remember, it’s not just play, these are skills for life!⛄

Gingerbread House Decorating Engage your child’s creativity and fine motor skills by decorating gingerbread houses. You can either bake gingerbread pieces from scratch or use pre-made kits. Provide various candies, icing, and edible decorations for your child to design their masterpiece.

Sensory Stocking Stuffers Fill stockings with sensory-friendly items like squishy toys, textured balls, or fidget toys. These can provide comfort and engagement for children who benefit from sensory stimulation.

Sensory Winter Wonderland Create a sensory bin filled with fake snow, small winter-themed toys, and textured objects like soft scarves or pinecones. This tactile exploration enhances sensory processing skills while sparking curiosity.

Play Snowball Toss Create “snowballs” from crumpled paper or soft toys and set up a target for your child to toss them into. This game improves hand-eye coordination and can be adapted for different skill levels.

Build a Winter Wonderland Use building blocks, LEGO, or other construction toys to create a winter-themed scene. This activity encourages fine motor skills, imagination, and creativity.

Tactile Snowflake Art Create snowflake-themed art using materials like cotton balls, glitter, and glue. Let your child’s imagination run wild as they craft beautiful snowflakes, boosting fine motor skills and creativity.

Winter Wonderland Sensory Play-dough Make homemade play-dough and add wintry scents like peppermint or vanilla. Let your child mold snowmen, holiday shapes, and more. This activity stimulates creativity and fine motor skills.

Edible Snowman Building Build a snowman using marshmallows, pretzels, and chocolate chips. This tasty and tactile activity lets your child explore different textures and shapes while creating a delicious snowman.

As we bid farewell to the year, let’s carry these play-inspired activities with us into the future, knowing that the power of play extends far beyond the holiday season! Happy Holidays!! xo Kerri 💓 ⛄