
To help children further develop their creativity, in general you should help them:
- Get used to different textures (e.g. sticky, wet, rough, slimy)
- Learn how to work with paint, paper and other materials (let them touch and play with these)
- Learn more about lines, shapes and colours
- Get used to holding pencils and other drawing materials so they can further develop their fine motor skills (will be valuable in helping them with their handwriting skills)
In line with those ideas, some fun and creative activities for toddlers are:
- Finger Painting: Give your toddler some washable finger paints and let them explore their creativity by making hand and finger prints on paper.
- Play Dough: Play dough is a classic toddler activity that helps build their fine motor skills and imagination. You can also add cookie cutters, rolling pins, and other tools to make the experience more fun.
- Sticker Art: Give your toddler stickers and let them create their own designs on paper or a sticker book.
- Coloring: Provide your toddler with crayons, markers, or colored pencils and encourage them to color in coloring books or on blank paper.
- Sensory Bins: Fill a bin with different textures and materials for your toddler to explore, such as rice, beans, sand, or water.
- Building with Blocks: Encourage your toddler to build structures with blocks. This activity will help develop their problem-solving and hand-eye coordination skills
- Balloon Play: Blow up some balloons and let your toddler play with them. This can be a fun and safe way for them to work on their gross motor skills.
- Scavenger Hunt: Create a scavenger hunt with items that your toddler can find around the house, such as toys or household items.
- Water Play: Fill a basin with water and let your toddler play with cups, spoons, and other utensils. This can be a fun and educational activity that helps develop their sense of touch and coordination.
With these activities, children can further develop the following abilities:
- Creativity and imagination
- Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
- Willingness to explore and express themselves
- Confidence (because they know they’re free to express themselves and try out new things)
As a result, children can become better equipped for the big school. These abilities can also help them have more fun while learning.














