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Small World Halloween Graveyard for Imaginative Play

“Are we going Halloween!?” said my 3-year old for the eighth time today.

“Yes, but Halloween is still 13 days away, remember?”

“Yay! Halloween!” *hops from foot to foot excitedly*

She’s so darn cute.

In our family, the first sparks of Halloween excitement begin around midsummer, and by October 1st my kids are bursting with anticipation. My 5-year-old already knows what her costume will be for the next three years in a row. With nearly two weeks left until the BIG DAY, I’ve been putting together Halloween-themed activities to tide them over. That’s why I set up this small world Halloween graveyard for some spooky imaginative play. Check it out.

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Small World Beach Scene for Sensory and Imaginative Play

It is incredibly hot in southern California as the region suffers through a record-breaking heat wave. The heat advisory urges us to strictly limit time outdoors – which means even a trip to the beach is out of the question. If your children are begging for some fun in the sun, but it’s too dang hot – if you live in Montana and the drive is a little too far – or if you’re reading this in the dead of winter – have no fear! Tell your kids that Beach Day is here! Set up this small world beach scene and give them some beachy fun right in the comfort of your (hopefully) air-conditioned home!

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