Do you have a set of play dishes? If so, then this activity is perfect for you! Give your child the chance to wash their play dishes in the bathroom sink. It is the perfect height (with a stool), not too much water (soap optional), and tons of fun! When B does this, he spends a long time washing, drying, sorting, and a little splashing too. It is the perfect activity for him to work on while I clean the bathroom and let's face it those dishes need a little cleaning once in awhile!
A great activity for little ones!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great idea! I love coming up with things that kids can do while I am cleaning :-)
ReplyDeleteOh my daughter just loves to "do the dishes". We also bring them in the bathtub sometimes!
ReplyDeleteWe do this at school at least once a week...you can wash dishes, doll clothes, dolls, manipulatives, or even do a "car wash!" When we wash the doll clothes, we practice hanging them on a clothes line...clothes pins are a great fine motor skill! My kids really like to use sponges, scrubbies, and washcloths just like mom does. Wringing our sponges and washcloths is another great fine motor skill! Kids seem to love to "wash" things until you really want them to :)
ReplyDeleteso much fun! we do the doll clothes thing, too!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a good idea!
ReplyDeleteHa ha. Look at that - you are posting about chores too! Once again we are on the same page. You must be my long lost twin or something.
ReplyDeleteI am in the process of writing up my posts for the next week and having them scheduled to post....but I accidentally published the Chore Stick one, and then removed it. Ha ha. Sorry about that. But stay tuned! It will be posted soon! :)
Waterplay is such a soothing experience for children. I like to add a little baby shampoo for soap.
ReplyDeleteOn a side note...thanks so much for your comments on my blog lately, they are so meaningful to me:)
We wash dishes all thet ime here!
ReplyDeleteMy kids have always loved washing things, so if I ever need help with dishes, lawn furniture, toys, etc. they are more than willing to help. I think kids just love water and bubbles!!
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What a GREAT idea!!!! I have done this with my preschool classroom, but what an awesome idea to do with my Sunshine while I clean the bathroom! TY!
ReplyDeleteI need to do this. More hands = less stress right? HAHA thanks for the link up.
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