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Fun in the rain

Fun in the rain

Rainy days don’t have to mean staying inside! Get your gear on and enjoy some fun wet weather play.

Rainy days bring a whole new world of play opportunities! Whether you're venturing outside in gumboots to jump in puddles, making rain paintings or playing with mud - these ideas turn wet weather into an adventure!

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Sponge transfer
Sponge transfer
Squeeze, squish, and soak! All you need is a couple of sponges, bowls, and water for this fine motor workout with a sensory twist.
2m
10m
Chalk and wipe
Chalk and wipe
Draw letters or shapes with chalk, then wipe it clean with some sensory water play.
3m
20m
Taste-safe dirt sensory recipe
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Taste-safe dirt sensory recipe
A scented, bumpy sensory dough that mimics dirt for taste-safe play.
3m
10m
  ·  make it
Wash the toys
Wash the toys
Colour and wash toys (like cars or figurines) for a fun sensory and fine motor play experience that can keep them busy for ages
5m
30m
Nature collage
Nature collage
Create a beautiful nature collage by arranging flowers and leaves on a sticky cardboard frame.
5m
15m
  ·  make it
Fruity water play
Fruity water play
A refreshing sensory water play idea using slices of fruit like lemons, limes, oranges, and berries. Perfect for exploring scents, textures, and splashes!
5m
20m
Does it sink or float?
Does it sink or float?
A simple, hands-on STEM experiment with water and everyday objects
2m
10m
Sticky foam shapes
Sticky foam shapes
Stick foam shapes to windows with just a splash of water! A fun way to explore patterns, pictures and creative play.
3m
15m
Nature mandalas
Nature mandalas
Use natural treasures to build peaceful circular patterns for a fun and mindful activity.
5m
10m
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Rainbow rocks
Rainbow rocks
Decorate rocks with chalk or paint for an easy and creative outdoor art activity
5m
20m
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