Prehistoric Playtime
2 MINUTE READToy trends may come and go but interest in these captivating monsters has stood the test of time - even 66 million years after their extinction! Whether in furry purple form as a children’s TV icon, on exhibition at the Natural History Museum or immortalised on the big screen in films, chances are your little explorers will be in awe of Dinosaurs.
Dinosaur Garland from Harlow & Beau
Dinosaurs put our place in the world into perspective - the sheer size of them seems incredible to tiny tots but as they are no longer alive and roaming the planet, pose no real threat or danger of course!
These fantastic beasts tap into a child’s fascination with thrill-seeking and scary things, capturing their imagination and acting as the perfect subject for fun role play scenarios.
Looking for some dino-mite at-home activities to enjoy?
Here are my top 3 choices that will entertain your little dino lovers!
Paper Plate Dinosaur Masks
Re-create your favourite species or even invent your own Dinosaur in style with this fun art activity. Using a paper plate to start, add colour and 3D card shapes to form scary teeth, ears and reptile scales before cutting out eye-holes to make this dressing up item ready to wear!
2. Fun-size Fossils
These DIY fossils made from dough will be a sure-fire hit with your future archaeologists! This activity combines a little messy play with a lot of fun, creating fantastic fossil shapes in home made salt dough. See the recipe and step-by-step here.
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3. Gardners World
Make a miniature habitat for your dinosaur friends with their very own wild garden. An ideal way to cultivate green fingers and an active interest in nature and the environment, this project utilises items found in the garden such as stones, plants, leaves and even recycling to construct a home any Panoplosaurus would be proud of! For a great guide check out https://picklebums.com/make-a-dinosaur-garden/
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