Fun activities to teach and entertain children ages 3-5

Children ages 3 to 5 are curious; at this level, they want to explore and ask about everything they see around them. Their surroundings and interactions with adults influence their growth more. Because of this, parents must choose activities for their children that are both fun for them and learning.

Here are some examples:

1. Colour Recognition Using Coloured Slime

Children’s ability to recognise colours is considered a milestone and learning achievement. Kids can practice colour recognition to improve their colour identification skills. If children have fun, they will participate more and be more active. To get their interest and increase involvement, use colourful slimes. Children enjoy coloured slimes because of their slimy and bright texture. In addition to having fun, learning happens while playing with it, especially the names of the colours.

2.  Origami Making

Origami is folding paper to create a variety of designs. Parents should start showing their kids how to make origami early. Early exposure to origami encourages children to develop their artistic abilities. Here is 1 example of how to make an origami:

Origami Boat Design

This kind of origami is an easy design for your child to try. It enhances multiple skills by just making it. To make an origami boat design, here are the steps:

• A piece of paper should be folded in half from top to bottom to make a rectangular shape if you want to build a paper boat.

• Then fold it from side to side to create a crease in the middle. Along the bottom of the front flaps, fold all the layers upward, starting at the bottom.

• After unfolding, crease the bottom right corner inward. Repeat on the bottom left flap.

• To flatten it, get the sides to pull out. Fold the front layer up to the top, then the back layer.

• Pull the side again and flatten it. Make the shape of a boat by gently pulling the top portions of the model outward.

• To crease all of the creases, flatten well. Afterward, spread slightly to create a boat-like shape, and now you have an origami boat to enjoy with your child.

3. Shape and Letter Games

Playing educational games is significant for child development, especially as they enter preschool. Give your children a head start on learning the alphabet and shapes in a fun and entertaining way. There are numerous ways to deliver these games using different game-based teaching methods in an engaging and exciting form. Try this instructional activity to improve your child’s knowledge.

4. Dancing and Singing Activity

Kids may develop their vocal and locomotor skills through dancing, which is more than simply an enjoyable activity. This activity serves academic as well as recreational purposes. Through dance moves and song lyrics, it can improve their memorisation abilities. Adults feel very happy to watch their children perform for them by singing and dancing. Whether they want to develop their child’s talent could be up to them.

5. Watching Educational Videos

Some parents are too busy working to interact with their children or impart knowledge. On the other hand, you want your child to learn through multiple senses and also cognitive development. Let them watch educational videos. Most parents now allow their children to watch entertaining and educational movies in which they can learn things while having fun.

6. Learn How To Write and Identify Numbers 

Number sense is an essential factor in children’s education. It enables your kids to develop a connection with numbers and understand math concepts. They should be taught numbers at a young age to prevent delayed learning during the children’s growing process.

One of the activities you may use to practice number recognition is the number stamping game. It is made of large paper cards with numbers and should be placed on the ground to enable people to stamp or select the appropriate number. Parents must try this one! It’s a lively and entertaining game that can engage and amuse your child.

Another developmentally significant accomplishment for your child is writing the number. One of the best methods of teaching children how to write a number is using connect-the-dots number cards. It provides a guide on how to write numbers.

Why is early education essential for children?

To strengthen and improve their cognitive abilities early to ease the transition to preschool. However, some kids are easily distracted, so we offer some entertaining activities to keep their interest and get them involved as they learn some educational things.