Tia Kennard

Author: Tia Kennard

Sensory Bottle

Youth create a calming bottle filled with water, glitter, and/or small objects.
Toy Making – Cardboard Puzzle

Youth create a simple puzzle by drawing a picture on cardboard and cutting it into pieces.
Toy Making – Toy Binoculars

Youth make simple pretend binoculars using cardboard tubes and string.
Toy Making – Paper Plate Spinner

Youth create a simple spinning top using a paper plate and a pencil.
Origami – Jumping Frog

Youth fold a square piece of paper into a simple jumping origami frog.
Toy Making – No-Sew Felt Toy

Youth create a simple felt toy by cutting and gluing felt pieces into an animal or character.
Toy Making – Toy Parachute

Youth build a simple parachute using a lightweight plastic bag, string, and a small figure.
Toy Making – Foam Glider

Youth create a simple foam glider by attaching foam wings to a straw or stick and testing how it flies.
Toy Making – Fabric Bean Bag

Youth sew a small fabric bean bag and fill it with rice or beans.
Toy Making – Cup-and-Ball Toss Game

Youth make a simple cup‑and‑ball game using a cup, string, and a paper ball.