Busy bags are such a genius invention. Maybe not quite up there with the computer or refrigerator, but pretty close. I love that they keep kids, not just busy, but engaged and learning and my kids love how fun they are to use. I made this super simple counting and addition math busy bag for my daughter who has a new love for all things math. Printable Math Busy Bag dice (steal them from a game or grab some at the dollar store) stiff blue … [Read more...]
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Rainbow Color Sorting Busy Bag
Spring is almost here and I am ready for all things rainbow! We came up with a fun rainbow color sorting busy bag that is so simple to put together. Rainbow Color Busy Bag egg carton paint food coloring (optional) pasta The best thing about this busy bag is just how easy it is to put together! We didn't have enough food coloring to dye all the pasta so we half dyed, half painted ours. As long as you color it somehow you will be … [Read more...]
Number Matching Preschool Busy Bag
Oh the joys of busy bags...especially the ones that encourage learning! This heart number matching preschool busy bag rules (pun totally intended) because there are so many ways for kids to play and learn. Preschool Number Matching Busy Bag ruler clothespins felt, paper, foam hearts puffy paint or markers glue (maybe hot glue depending on your heart material) I cut 12 hearts to glue to the ends of the clothespins. I had … [Read more...]
Christmas Counting Busy Bag for Preschool
Have you discovered the awesomeness that is busy bags yet? They're self contained activities that kids can do all by themselves again and again. They made great quiet time activities and are perfect for when you're traveling or out to eat. Since Christmas is coming I thought it'd be fun to make a holly wreath preschool busy bag! This activity is perfect for preschoolers who are working on counting, number identification and one-to-one … [Read more...]
Apple Counting Busy Bag for Preschool
Looking for a fun way for your child to practice counting? Try a hands on apple counting busy bag! There is so much to love about busy bags--they are educational, engaging, and fit into a little package that can be taken on the go! This apple seed counting busy bag is perfect for preschool kids who are working on numbers, counting, and one-to-one correspondence. Once you put it together you can use it during quiet time, in a classroom center or … [Read more...]
Fine Motor Busy Bags for Kids
I am a huge fan of busy bags. I love having engaging and educational activities ready to go when I need them! They can easily go with you which makes them great for summer and travel. They are also a fun way for kids to develop the fine motor skills they need for Kindergarten! Fine Motor Busy Bags ABC Match Fine Motor Busy Bag. Use clothespins and a paper plate to create a sunshine busy bag that develop fine motor and ABC skills. Crazy … [Read more...]
Tic Tac Toe Busy Bag for Kids
I am a huge fan of busy bags! My kids think they are so much fun and I love knowing I already have activities prepped and ready to go--especially on a busy day! We always play Tic Tac Toe while we are waiting for our food at a restaurant so I knew this easy Tic Tac Toe busy bag would be a hit! Tic Tac Toe Busy Bag 10 rocks (I used 2 different colors, but you can always color them) One tree branch or trunk slice chalk The … [Read more...]
Rainbow Lacing Busy Bag
Get ready for some fine motor fun! This rainbow lacing busy bag will keep preschool kids busy while sharpening their fine motor skills. Lacing Busy Bag Supplies: cereal box colored ribbon (stiff ribbon is harder to weave) screw driver hot glue gun markers For the base of the busy bag I used the front of a cereal box, but any type of no-corrugated cardboard would work. I originally tried making it with the thicker corrugated … [Read more...]