Home Play

September 8, 2020

Drip Drop Cloth Color Experiment

Drip drop cloth allows your child to experiment with color mixing, water absorption, and even chemical reactions!

July 9, 2020

Summer Camp at Home: Summer Activities for Kids in Sonoma County

Whether summer camp was canceled, or you’ve decided this might not be the best year for it, there is still plenty of fun to be had at home!

June 25, 2020

6 Easy Sensory Play Activities for Kids at Home

With sensory-friendly activities, we can naturally encourage children to try new things, explore, observe, and learn - through play!

June 10, 2020

Art Window for Kids

Do you miss our Paint Window in Ella’s Art Studio? We do, too! Make your own at home, using water-based art supplies!

June 4, 2020

Gadget Painting for Toddlers

Open your kitchen’s gadget drawer and let your little get creative!

May 22, 2020

Water Sensory Bin

This activity is incredibly versatile; you can keep it simple with just a few cups and bowls, or you can get as creative as the supplies in your house allow.

May 19, 2020

DIY Antique Pirate Treasure Map

Children can make their own antique treasure map, showing where they hid their pirate’s booty!

May 16, 2020

Marshmallow Exploration

Somewhere, in the depths of your pantry, may be an old bag of marshmallows. Instead of throwing that in the trash, utilize them to teach your children about science!

May 16, 2020

Make Your Own Kite!

Kites are a fun way for kids to learn about physics, wind flow, and to use their creativity. Follow these steps to make your own kite at home!

May 16, 2020

Creating Frankentoys

Using old toys and a bunch of tools, children (and adults!) use their imagination, take apart old playthings, and create something completely brand new.