Add this pirate messy play to your next pirate theme. Of course, you can try these messy play ideas any time of year, too! These messy sensory play ideas will get keep your little pirates engaged as they play, explore, and make up stories with their peers. In addition to being just plain fun, theseKeep Reading
Sunken Treasure Pirate Sensory Bottle Ideas for Kids
Read below about three ideas for making a pirate sensory bottle with kids. These bottles are perfect for a preschool pirate theme or a summer camp. Related: Children’s Books about Pirates These “sunken treasure” discovery bottles were first made when my son was still in preschool. We put them together during a pirate-themed summer campKeep Reading
Gold Slime Recipe Yields Stunning Results
This gold slime recipe is one of my most favorite slimes to make with children! It’s easy to make, even if you don’t know a lot about how to make slime with kids. Related: St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Preschoolers My son, my students, and I have been having a little too much fun withKeep Reading
Pirate Science FUN with “Exploding” Treasure Chests
This pirate science is perfect for your preschool pirate theme! We loved making these “exploding” treasure chests during many years of preschool summer camps. You’ll find free printable pirate number cards at the bottom of this post. Add them to your pirate science activity so little pirates can count all of their treasure. Related: Pirate SensoryKeep Reading
15+ Ideas that “Arrrr!” Fun for a Preschool Pirate Theme
A preschool pirate theme is perfect for summer camps! Of course, every kiddo I know would love these pirate activities at any point during the year. Get Ready for a Preschool Pirate Theme, Me Hearties! Here are more than 15 ideas and activities for a preschool pirate theme. I’d love to hear about some ofKeep Reading
10+ Books About Pirates the Kids are Sure to Love
One of my favorite things about creating a new kindergarten or preschool theme is book research. While I definitely have my tried-and-true favorites, it’s always fun to discover new ones we’ve never read before. Here are some children’s books about pirates that are perfect for a swash-buckling theme. Related: Pirate Sensory Bottle Children’s Books AboutKeep Reading
20 Creative Activities for Kids Using Gold Coins
Gold coins are so very engaging for kids! These creative activities for kids use gold coins to explore a variety of concepts with children. Some of the activities revolve around St. Patrick’s Day or pirates, while others are just general gold coin fun. Related: St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Preschoolers Gold Coin Creative Activities forKeep Reading
Preschool Alphabet Activities with Gold Coins
Get the kiddos excited for learning about letters with this hands-on sensory bin. Using gold coins in preschool alphabet activities is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, a pirate theme, or just because! Are you following Fun-A-Day’s Alphabet Pinterest Board? Related: St. Patrick’s Day Activities for Preschoolers preschool alphabet activities with gold coins & rainbow riceKeep Reading
10+ Pirate Activities for Your Sensory Table, Me Hearties!
More pirate activities, but this time it’s sensory play and small world activities for your pirate theme. These activities teach kiddos so much, even though it looks like they’re “just playing”. The small world play lets children practice their language skills, as well as cooperation with others. It also lets them use their imaginations andKeep Reading