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Your child uses their senses to understand the world around them and to learn about objects. During their first five years they’ll begin to master combining information from their senses, which is an important foundation for learning and well-being.  

We’ve separated our ideas into different senses, but many of the items will stimulate more than one. During sensory play, take a moment to step back and think about which senses your baby, toddler or child is using.  

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Recipe ideas for play dough and sensory play

If your usual groups are taking their summer break, or you’re taking some annual leave, you might have a bit more time to play. Your activity page is a great place to start, check it for ideas which will be linked to the skills your child is working on now. If you’re looking for inspiration for a rainy day indoors – play dough and sensory games could be just the thing.  

Play dough is great for building strength in hands and fingers, and for older children can be a fantastic way to get creative.

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At home sensory group – some ideas to get you started

Your child’s senses are stimulated by everyday life, whether that’s feeling rain on their cheek, recognising the smell of their favourite meal, or simply watching light shining through a curtain. The activities at sensory groups often focus on a specific sense or two and give you time playing together, so our ideas will help you do this at home when classes are closed for summer!   

See if any of your friends from your group want to join you for some summer play – you could take it in turns to suggest an idea, and make sure you include time to catch up too!  

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