Looking for simple, fun ways to keep your little one engaged at home? At Creative Corner School, we’re all about playful learning—and the good news is, many of the things we do in our classrooms are easy to recreate at home with just a few supplies and a little imagination. Here are five of our favorite kid-approved activities that blend creativity, learning, and fun!

1. Nature Collage Walk

Take a walk around your neighborhood or even your backyard and collect leaves, sticks, flowers, or small stones. Once you're home, glue them to a piece of cardboard or paper to create a beautiful nature collage. It's a fun way to talk about seasons, colors, and textures—plus, it gets kids outside and moving!

2. DIY Story Time Theater

After reading a favorite book, grab a few puppets (or stuffed animals!) and help your child act out the story. Kids love retelling what they’ve heard, and it’s a great way to build early literacy and language skills.

3. Sensory Bin Treasure Hunt

Fill a bin with rice, dried beans, or even water beads, and hide small toys or objects inside. Give your child a spoon or scoop and let them “dig” for treasure. We use sensory bins often at Creative Corner—they're calming, hands-on, and always a big hit.

4. Bubble Art Magic

Mix a little paint with bubble solution and blow bubbles onto paper (ideally outside—this one can get messy!). As the bubbles pop, they leave behind colorful prints. It’s science and art in one fun activity.

5. Frozen Toy Rescue

Freeze small toys in a container of water and challenge your child to “rescue” them using warm water, droppers, or even spray bottles. It’s a great activity for hot days, and it keeps little hands busy and minds curious.

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