Clay play preschool

"Clay provides so many opportunities for Messy play, especially by adding water" (Recipes for Messy Play) Clay is a natural resource that has no right or wrong way to be used. It can be rolled, pinched, cut, squished and moulded into different shapes and the texture can be changed simply by adding water. The great thing about clay is it can be reused and recycled. Like playdough, Clay provides children with so many opportunities to be creative and expressive. It can be used to create…

Amazing Reggio-inspired clay play ideas with objectives!

In the Art Studio at PSA, we have begun to use a lab model, where the whole school spends extended weeks exploring a particular medium or language. Since September, we have been working with the la…

When it comes to material introduction, we tend to forget the explore stage. Click to explore the magic and wonder of the explore stage when using clay.

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Understand the benefits of clay play and clay exploration for young children. Article by Sally Haughey of Fairy Dust Teaching.

Unlock the endless possibilities of play-based art with this ultimate beginner's guide to clay. Dive in and explore how you can create a fun and creative clay experience for your preschooler, while fostering their imaginations and motor skills. Let's get messy!

Social-emotional activities have never been more important for younger kids.

Printable playdough mats are the perfect way to help inspire creativity with very little guidance. We have created 5 PRINTABLE playdough mats for parents.

Sanfort India on Instagram: "Touch is one of our earliest senses. Whether it’s crafting or simply playing with clay, these activities remind us of the joy in tactile sensations. . . . #touch #exploresenses #fivesenses #sanfortschool #preschool #playschool #touchsense #touchtherapy"