As you know, sensory play is one of our favourite activities! I am trying to move away from traditional plastic toys and make our own fun. I've been reading a lot into the Montessori way of learning and I'm so impressed. I've seen lots of amazing sensory boards on Pinterest so I decided to give it a go.
I had a packet of plastic frames in the cupboard that we had never used, so I very carefully removed all of the glass leaving just the cardboard backing frame behind. I then headed to Mum's house and raided her craft cupboard (she used to have a little craft shop selling all sorts of goodies).
I then went through my basket and selected which materials I was going to use. I wanted Lilly to have a variety of textures to explore. I heated up my hot glue gun and attached each material to the back board of each frame and then I just popped it back in as if it were just a normal photo. I contemplated gluing the frames to a piece of MDF but I like the idea of being able to lay out just a few frames at a time and Lilly loves picking them up and exploring both the front and backs of the frames.
What a fantastic idea! I was planning on making some feely boards - but I really love the 'touchy feely frame' idea!! thanks for the inspiration! Glad I found your blog.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! They are gorgeous and practical and look easy enough to make. Sensational!
ReplyDeleteHey where do you get the frames from
ReplyDeleteThats a great idea for prek school when learning the five senses. Tell me where did you purchased the frames and some ideas to where to get the materials to put into the frames.
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