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Quiet Moments: Simple Sensory Play for Winter

Find easy, low-prep Winter Sensory Activities for preschoolers. Transform chaotic indoor afternoons into fun, calm, and intentional play.

Seasonal Play Ideas

Growing Up Nordic

Nov 243 min read

A beautifully arranged winter tray filled with cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, star anise, pine cones, and evergreen sprigs, creating a warm and inviting seasonal aroma.

Winter Sensory Trays: Calm & Nordic-Inspired Play for Toddlers

Bring the calm of the North indoors! Discover 5 simple, sensory tray ideas that use natural materials and muted colors to promote focus and quiet play, turning chaotic winter afternoons into intentional moments of Hygge.

Seasonal Play Ideas

Growing Up Nordic

Oct 272 min read

Nurturing Play at Home: Strategies for Encouraging Intentional Learning

Explore the foundations of Nordic childhood and Intentional Play. Learn strategies for using open-ended materials to nurture curiosity and lifelong learning.

Play and Learning

Growing Up Nordic

Oct 13 min read

Gentle reflections on childhood, play, and nature

— where play becomes lifelong learning