It’s been a while since I’ve shared on NANNY SHECANDO, but I’m back with a new resource for your nanny bag or nappy-bag. This simple DIY is perfect to bring out in the waiting room at the doctors or after the 3rd “are we there yet?” car trips.
Playing ‘I spy’ with kids can, and often does, lead to “I spy with my little eye, something beginning with… TREE!!” These ‘I spy’ bottles have a similar concept, are visually stimulating and assist with cognitive development.
>>> How To Make: DIY ‘I Spy’ Bottles
Ages: 3+
Time: 30 minutes
You’ll Need
Plastic Bottles
Rice
Small Objects/Toys/Trinkets etc
Super Glue
To Make:
1. Collect small objects, toys and trinkets from around the house, garage, garden etc.
2. Divide the objects into piles and take a photo of each group of items. This step is optional; the photo will be a guide as to what your child is looking for.
3. Place a group of objects into each bottle and fill your bottle with rice leaving an inch or two from the top.
4. Print and laminate each photo and attach to bottle with string.
5. Super glue lids on to avoid spills and/or choking hazards.
Happy Crafting! x
>>> We’d love to see your DIY I Spy bottle, tag me @oliviasfoster and #nannyshecando in your photos!
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Olivia is a career nanny of 5 years and craft extraordinaire. Having travelled Australia working with many families, Olivia now resides in Sydney and cares for 7 children aged 15 months to 1o years old. Craft + diy activities feature prominently in their daily schedule. You can follow Olivia on instagram {@oliviasfoster} for crafty ideas and activities.
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