Indoor Water Play

 

Winter has finally arrived to the California Bay Area (YAY!), but along with all the  rain, a little cold virusmtagged along. No matter how sick my toddler becomes he always needs something to channel that buzzing energy. Hence, indoor water play was born.

The activity is nothing too fancy. Just some cups, measuring spoons, and recycled condiment bottles (cleaned, of course!) , and food coloring added to water. If you embark to make a little similar play station be sure to cover your work space (we used a disposable table cloth) and wear play clothes that can get stained and wet.

And the toddler's vote? Definitely 4 stars! I mean, who can beat being ALLOWED to spill colored water all over the kitchen floor?

How do you keep busy toddlers happy and occupied on sick wet days?

Toddler Art: Paint With Q-tips

In a fit of frustration with regular paint brushes I quickly thought  on my feet and came up with an alternative. Q-tips. Yes, those little fuzzy white sticks that are a typical tool in the bathroom became our mode of expression the other morning. Q-tips easily absorb water and paint, are just the right size for wee little toddler hands and it's ever so-easy to see what color you are adding to your masterpiece.

We love creating with alternative materials, and we are pleased to add Q-tips as staple to our art closet.

Is there something you have used for a an alternate purpose other than  what it was designed for recently?