Dramatic Play

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Mini Ice Skating Rink

Learn about “cool” early science concepts while creating a mini ice skating rink for toys.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Sensory awareness
  • Changes in states of matter
  • Friction
  • STEM vocabulary

Not-Too-Spooky Halloween House

Make a “not-too-spooky” house to spark your child’s imagination and help calm fears surrounding Halloween.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Collaboration
  • Fine motor skills
  • Storytelling
  • Creative expression

Confetti Fun

In some cultures, throwing confetti is a way to celebrate special events, like weddings and New Year’s Eve.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Fine motor skills
  • Gross motor skills
  • Counting
  • Sensory awareness

Making Mud Cakes and Other Desserts

Make pretend desserts and other foods using natural and recyclable materials.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Imaginative play
  • Appreciation of nature
  • Cause & effect
  • Sensory learning

Shadow Puppets

Create homemade shadow puppets to inspire your child’s stories and encourage early learning about the science of light and shadows.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Storytelling
  • Tool use
  • Light and shadows
  • Creativity

No-Sew, Superhero Cape

Superhero play can build children’s self esteem and help them feel brave, fearless, and in control of their world.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Dramatic play
  • Communication
  • Self expression
  • Motor skills

Recycled Materials Jetpack

Create a jetpack to go on a dramatic play journey through space.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Creative reuse
  • Collaboration
  • Fine motor skills
  • Dramatic play

Rocketship Control Panel

A “Space Station” summer camp favorite activity – making a Rocketship Control Panel out of a medium-size box.

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Dramatic play
  • Creative reuse
  • Symbolism
  • Tool use

DIY Bean Bag Toss Game

Hours of fun physical activity and practice with hand-eye coordination. 

What we’re learning & skills we’re building
  • Motor skills
  • Measurement 
  • Coordination 
  • Social skill development