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 ACTIVITIES

Do you spend your time searching, pinning, googling, tweeting your way around the world of “kids activities”? There is a lot of information out there and it can be overwhelming. No worries, we got you covered. Check out our activities created by two teachers for littles, focusing on play, inquiry and nature! Within each activity you will find instructions, a material list and tips and tricks on how to guide your child through open-ended play. Each activity was created by us to bring wonder, joy and fun into learning. If you are looking for more, check out our SHOP for more topic-based activity bundles for your family.

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Family Portrait

Families are important. Let’s have some fun creating portraits of our family. What is special and unique about each family member? Is it their hairstyle? Is it their smile? Let’s create!

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Yoga Bingo

Yoga is calming and brings mindfulness. Bingo is a fun game that requires listening and patience. Why not combine the two together and have some fun while moving our bodies!

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Finger Painting

Sometimes, getting messy is the GOAL! Here’s to finger painting! Create your personal masterpiece through finger painting and share it with your loved ones!

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Family Scavenger

Scavenger hunts are a great way to learn to be super spies and super observant. Let’s get moving and complete this fun household family scavenger hunt.

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Cheerio Lacing

Cheerios are not just for breakfast! They make a great way to practice our fine motor skills with our little fingers and fabulous accessories! Try this activity out and you’ll find endless possibilities for learning and play.

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Family Work Bee Session

Hard work is hard work! When we have our whole family around us, it’s much easier to complete projects and tasks when everyone pitches in! A work bee is the perfect way to have everyone accomplishing a goal together!

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Roll the Dice Movement!

Trying to get away from screen time? Movement and exercise doesn’t always require a video. The simple concept of a dice can turn movement and exercise into a fun game while pumping up your heart rate!

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Feelings Photography

It’s not always easy to express feelings. Even harder still, is deciphering other’s facial expressions and what they mean. Photography is a great way to see something clearly through a different lens - which is the power behind this fun activity!

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Loose Part Family Members

Loose parts are everywhere! What can you do with loose parts? You can make your family members! All you need is your imagination and your hands and you’re well on your way!

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Puppet Play

Storytelling and imaginative play are endless with a puppet theater and self-made puppets to go with it. Let your creative juices flow as you build and create your masterpiece!

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Build a Fort

Forts are fun! Get creative and build an amazing structure with all of the blankets, pillows and sheets you can get your hands on!”

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Family Tree

A great way to get your little ones asking questions and being curious about their extended family. This is a great way to look for answers together and for you to tell stories about those who make up your family.

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House Rules!

Rules? Who wants rules? We do! Rules can be tough if they seem imposed for no reason. Why don’t we try making house rules together? Your kiddos will feel empowered by being able to provide input and suggestions that the whole family can agree on.

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Self Portrait

Our features are always changing and the way we perceive ourselves are also changing. This is an activity worth repeating monthly - you’ll be amazed to see the differences and details that develop over time!

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Build Like an Architect

One of the best ways to work our imagination and creativity - building! Such a simple activity can be modified a variety of ways to make it more challenging, amusing and creative!

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Family Flag

Do you have something in your house that represents your core family? A plaque? A banner? A welcome sign? Here’s a fun activity that let’s your create something special together as a family to represent your core unit!

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What’s in a Name?

Our kiddos respond to their names every day of their lives. Have they ever asked where their name comes from? How was it chosen? Is there a story behind their names? This is a great way to start conversations about different names and to spark curiosity around naming people, places and things.

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Pumpkin Playdough

We love playdough here at YB! Playdough is a fabulous activity for kids AND adults of all ages. Try out our favourite pumpkin spice play dough perfect for fall or any season!

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