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The Power of Tactile Play
Hands-on experiences are essential for early learning. When children squeeze, squish, scoop, and sort, they’re not just having fun — they’re building critical neural pathways. At Kiddlo, we encourage tactile play to support motor skills, coordination, and creative thinking.
Oobleck Sensory Tray
Mix cornstarch and water to create a substance that’s both solid and liquid. Let kids dip their hands in and watch it drip — it’s a fascinating intro to sensory science.
Pom-Pom Sorting
Provide colorful pom-poms, tongs, and small containers. Children can sort by color or size, strengthening their pincer grip and focus.
Texture Touch Boards
Glue different materials (sandpaper, cotton, foil, felt) onto cardboard pieces. Kids explore by feeling, describing, and comparing textures.
Water Bead Wonderland
Supervised play with soaked water beads creates a squishy, colorful experience for little fingers.
Sponge Squeeze Station
Fill bowls with water and sponges. Kids squeeze, transfer, and play — boosting fine motor skills while having splashy fun.
The Power of Tactile Play
Hands-on experiences are essential for early learning. When children squeeze, squish, scoop, and sort, they’re not just having fun — they’re building critical neural pathways. At Kiddlo, we encourage tactile play to support motor skills, coordination, and creative thinking.
Oobleck Sensory Tray
Mix cornstarch and water to create a substance that’s both solid and liquid. Let kids dip their hands in and watch it drip — it’s a fascinating intro to sensory science.
Pom-Pom Sorting
Provide colorful pom-poms, tongs, and small containers. Children can sort by color or size, strengthening their pincer grip and focus.
Texture Touch Boards
Glue different materials (sandpaper, cotton, foil, felt) onto cardboard pieces. Kids explore by feeling, describing, and comparing textures.
Water Bead Wonderland
Supervised play with soaked water beads creates a squishy, colorful experience for little fingers.
Sponge Squeeze Station
Fill bowls with water and sponges. Kids squeeze, transfer, and play — boosting fine motor skills while having splashy fun.