Make DIY hydrophobic sand at home! It’s a science-meets-craft project that stays dry under water—budget-friendly, vibrant, and totally mesmerizing. Great for sensory bins and STEM fun! If you’ve ...

Finger painting. Blowing bubbles. Cooking. Any sort of tactile play helps your child’s brain develop.

Sensory Fun That’s Easy to Make Looking for a screen-free activity that’s hands-on, soothing, and seriously fun? Enter DIY Kinetic Sand — the magical, moldable play material that’s as enjoyable for ...

It’s called sensory or tactile play, and it’s an important part of a child’s development because it builds the connections within the brain that help develop more complex functioning, said ...