Raise your hand if you’re eager to discover new ways to minimize the influx of items into your home! Even while keeping kids engaged in learning at home, there’s no need to inundate your living space with countless noisy plastic toys that only captivate their attention for a brief moment!
I completely understand the importance of simplifying the activities I do with the kids I nanny by using items found at their place or versatile materials. It’s essential to make the most of what’s available when engaging the children in activities.
My go-to tool has always been pom poms! With their wide array of colors and sizes, they offer endless possibilities for creative use.
Add a selection of baskets or bowls along with measuring spoons to facilitate children’s scooping practice.
I love adding my old cold brew coffee bottles for posting practice.
Another essential tool you likely have at your disposal is a collection of oversized popsicle sticks. These can come in handy for a variety of creative and practical purposes.
The noise makes for a fun multi-sensory experience!
Years ago I added some small canvas zip top bags to my nanny stash.
These bags can serve a variety of purposes, from stuffing pom poms inside to practicing zipper pulling. Recently, the children I nanny for found that they could use the bags to sort pom poms by size! The possibilities are truly endless!
Baby play doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag or require extensive effort! Keep your eyes open to all the possibilities that you have around your own home!
The Teaching Nanny 