I am a DIYer and love to turn any "trash" into learning tools and toys. Here are a few of my favorite that are perfect to get ready for your year next year.
Save your Lysol wipe containers and make a frog and toad! Sure to engage and thrill your kiddos. See the directions here.
You can also get a literacy freebie to go along with it here.

Young children love the "Five Little Monkeys Jumping On the Bed"! Make a manipulative to use in dramatic play, retelling, math, and so much more! All you need is felt, finger puppets, a clementine container, and hot glue. See the directions here.
Get your kids engaged in their learning by creating an old lady for them to feed! Use a paper bag, box, and some clip art. See my old lady here.

Create a magnetic ten frame that is great for all sorts of things; as well as, make your own two-sided, magnetic counters. Get the template and directions here.
If you're handy with PVC, make your own anchor chart stand.
Or a sensory table for your home or classroom. I have directions for a small sensory table and have a link to the directions for the larger one that inspired me.
I hope you've found some ideas to keep you busy and creative during the summer months! I have a list on Pinterest of the DIY fun that I plan to make. You can see my ever-growing list here.
If you have an idea for an amazing DIY project but aren't sure how to create it, be sure to let me know. Need a fun manipulative for your favorite song or book, send me a line and I will do my best to come up with something. I love to tackle all the challenges!
Until next month,
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