1. Ball runs
We used a variety of toilet roll tubes to build our pom pom ball run. By cutting them open and cutting notches in them we were able to create a run for Isabelle's pom poms on the patio door. Isabelle's height was a limiting factor for this activity - but taller children would be able to go higher and use more toilet roll tubes. Kitchen roll tubes would work really well for this too
2. Bubble snakes
This was one of our favorite activities and something which I know we will do for years to come. Using an old sock and a cut up water bottle, along with washing up liquid and water, we were able to make some hugely impressive bubble snakes. Using a sports cap type bottle worked best to help Isabelle blow the bubbles herself, without sucking any back into her mouth. I can't wait until next summer as I envisage bubble snakes every day!
3. Ball chute
We always seem to end up with BIG cardboard boxes in the garage which sit around for ages. This box was from the stroller we had just bought, and I cut some hole sin the top and side to create a ball chute - Isabelle dropped the balls into the holes and watched them roll out the end of the chute. Of course, we were still left with the box once we had finished playing....but at least it got a second lease of life.
4. Cardboard shape stamps
More toilet roll tube play. I used the toilet roll tubes to create stampers for Isabelle to paint with. By pinching in parts of the base of each tube I was able to create different shapes - a square and a triangle. This took no time to set up, and would be a great way to get kids to decorate wrapping paper or make cards.
5. Shredded Paper Tuff Spot
Whether it's junk mail, old newspapers or other random bits, we always have loads of scrap paper lying about the house. For this activity, I shredded some (not as much as you would think you'd need!) and laid it out in our tuff spot, along with our Noah's Ark figures. Isabelle had a great time throwing the paper up in the air, rolling about in it and making 'paper angels'.
You can find all the activities which were part of our 50 active days challenge here.
