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Party Bag Ideas That Aren’t Just Lollies & Plastic Bits (A Parent’s Honest Guide)
Party bags are one of those things we all have feelings about. On one hand — our kids absolutely love them. On the other — we know most of what’s inside ends up broken, sticky, lost under the car seat… or quietly binned. If you’ve ever stood in a discount store filling bags with stuff that feels a bit pointless (but you’re doing it anyway because that’s just what you do ), this post is for you. This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being a little more intentional — with
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Jan 123 min read


Summer Sensory Play for Hot Australian Days
Australian summers invite us to slow right down. Sensory play doesn’t need to be big or busy — often it’s as simple as water, ice, shade, and a quiet connection to nature. These low-effort summer play ideas help children cool off, regulate, and find joy in the slower moments.
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Jan 54 min read


A Gentle Start to the Year: Why We Don’t Rush January
January doesn’t need to be a reset or a race.
At Wonder Seekers, we let it be an exhale — a time for slow play, barefoot days, and softer rhythms. We step away from the pressure of “new year, new you” and instead trust children to lead, rest, and rediscover wonder in their own time. Because sometimes the most meaningful beginnings come from not rushing at all.
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Jan 22 min read


World Bee Day: Simple Ways to Celebrate Through Play 🐝
Celebrate World Bee Day with hands-on sensory play ideas that teach kids about bees through creativity, nature, and a little mess.
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May 14, 20253 min read


Why Open-Ended Play is More Valuable Than Structured Activities
Discover the best sensory play tools for little hands—plus clever kitchen items you already have at home! From scoops and tongs to muffin trays and pipettes, this guide will help you set up meaningful, low-fuss sensory play without needing all the extras. Simple, effective, and full of play potential!
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May 6, 20253 min read


The Best Sensory Play tools (and what you can use from your kitchen!)
Discover the best sensory play tools for little hands—plus clever kitchen items you already have at home! From scoops and tongs to muffin trays and pipettes, this guide will help you set up meaningful, low-fuss sensory play without needing all the extras. Simple, effective, and full of play potential!
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Apr 25, 20253 min read


Easter Sensory Play Ideas (Beyond Just Chocolate Eggs!)
Bunny garden sensory tray with lentils, coloured spaghetti and bunny jars When we think of Easter, we often think of chocolate eggs,...
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Apr 15, 20253 min read


How to Set Up Sensory Play at Home (Without the Mess Taking Over!)
Sensory play is an amazing way to support your child’s development, spark creativity, and encourage hands-on learning. But let’s be...
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Mar 4, 20254 min read


What is Sensory Play?
A Beginner’s Guide Introduction Have you ever watched a child squish playdough, pour water from one cup to another, or run their fingers...
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Feb 27, 20253 min read
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