Buttoning activities

As babies grow into toddlers, they become infinitely more clever and aware of the world around them, which makes getting them to take those much-needed afternoon naps almost impossible. As toddlers…

Button octopus - fine motor activity for kids. Learn how to make this summer themed play idea for toddlers and preschoolers.

This buttoning activity uses an egg carton to work on buttoning skills. Check out all of the buttoning activities in this resource!

Teach kids how to button with this cute egg carton buttoning activity! This is fun to make while working on fine motor skills and helping kids with a difficult self-care task.

This button activity is perfect for fun preschool fine motor practice. With a few simple supplies your kids are ready to learn and play!

Threading and sewing buttons is a great way to strengthen fine motor muscles! Try it with these plastic canvases and lacing strings.

Have you noticed that I write a TON about quiet time activities in this space, but not a lot about busy bags? There is a reason for that! Quiet time in our home is about resting and allowing little ones some mindful time. Quiet time is FAR more than simply keeping little ones busy. I

A collection of ideas for creating quiet boxes for your children who are no longer taking a nap but need some quiet time.

Teach kids of different ages to play “Button, Button, Who’s got the Button” with these fun variations and ideas. This game is educational too.

This paper crumpling activity is a fine motor workout for the hands. Work on finger strength, hand eye coordination, pinch, and grasp!