416K views · 36K reactions | Taste-Safe Chia Seed Putty Recipe As a pediatric occupational therapist and mom, I’ve been on the lookout for a taste-safe putty that’s easy to clean and provides great sensory play. This recipe has become my favorite because it’s low-mess, less sticky than soaked chia seeds or oobleck, and easy to clean off hands. The texture is amazing for heavy work, strengthening the intrinsic muscles of the hand, and offering resistance activities that support sensory regulation. I highly recommend this one! Comment for a list of ingredients if you’d like to make sure you have everything ready to buy! Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chia seeds, 1 cup water, ½ to 1 cup cornstarch, Food coloring (optional) Instructions: 1. Soak the chia seeds: Mix 2 tablespoons of chia seeds with 1 cup of water. Stir well and let it sit for at least 2-3 hours, or overnight. The chia seeds will form a gel-like consistency. 2. Add color (optional): Mix in a few drops of food coloring until evenly distributed. 3. Combine with cornstarch: Add ½ cup of cornstarch to the chia seed mixture, stirring well. Gradually add more cornstarch, up to 1 cup, until you get a stretchy but moldable consistency. 4. Knead until smooth: If the putty feels dry, add a bit of water. If too sticky, add more cornstarch. 5. Reactivating tip: If the putty dries out, add a teaspoon of water and knead to restore the texture. Storage: • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, or in the fridge for up to 1-2 weeks for extended shelf life. • Check for spoilage: If you notice any changes in smell, texture, or appearance, discard it. This putty is perfect for little ones who need safe, tactile play that’s also beneficial for hand strength and sensory regulation! Follow for more taste safe sensory play ideas I post every Tuesday! #nontoxicmom #organicmothergood #nervoussystemregulation #sensoryplay #occupationaltherapist #sensoryactivity #toddleractivity #tastessafeplay #pediatricoccupationaltherapist #childdevelopment #toddleractivities #developmentalmilestones #newmom #parentingtip #earlydevelopment | Akilina | Pediatric Occupational Therapist
6K views · 731 reactions | Little Ghost 👻 finger puppets for the whole class! This is so much fun for even our youngest preschoolers. It encourages rhyming and oral language. Finger Play materials: 1 (clean) tissue per student Clear tape Pen/marker Tape a tissue ghost onto each student’s pointer finger. Draw a little face. Recite this cute poem: I saw a little ghost. 👻 It saw me too! I said, “Hi!” 👋 It said, “Boo!” Let me know if you want a free bundle of Halloween goodies, including little printable ghost poems to send home with each student. 👻🎃 #PreschoolTeacher #PlayMatters #PlayMore #PlayIsEnough #PreKTeachers #PlayBasedLearning #EarlyChildhoodEducation #PreschoolTour #LearningThroughPlay #PreschoolActivities #PreKClassroom #PreschoolPlay #ChildhoodEducation #TeacherTips #PreschoolIdeas #PreschoolInspiration | Jamie White
325K views · 10K reactions | Save this fun idea when you need it! Racing spiders😊(or any type of bug) You’ll need: - Marbles - A sheet of foil (cut into squares) - Permanent markers - Scissors - Googly eyes (optional) How to: 1. Cut your sheet of foil into small squares 2. Draw a bug or anything you want on the foil 3. Fold the foil drawing over the marble 4. Trim the edges (make it rounder) 5. Add googly eyes if you’re going to 6. Move and spin it around | Bright Little Brains
We think you’ll love these
Related Interests
5.5K views · 1K reactions | 👻It’s that time again! My kids LOVE this STEM activity and I do too! You can grab a taste safe marker from Amazon (cake decorators) and draw faces on your markers in advance. But be sure to vent the marshmallow bag because they will get sticky if you don’t! We dropped this activity 4 years ago and the internet loved it. Have you given it a try yet? If not- this is your year🙌 #stemathome #stemactivities #brighterplay #halloweenactivities | Domino & Juliette