If you are looking to keep your little ones engaged and entertained this summer, why not try out one of these 23 sun activities for toddlers.
In this list, you will find a variety of fun and educational activities designed specifically for toddlers to enjoy and learn about the sun.
From sensory activities, to literacy activities and fun crafts, get ready to make the most of your summer days with these easy peasy simple sun crafts for toddlers.
Use these activities in your preschool classroom or invite kids to do them at home!
Sun Learning Activities for Toddlers
In this next section, we will explore some educational projects that you can do with young children throughout the summer season.
1. Sun Sensory Bin for Kids
Explore a variety of different textures and sensory in this Sun Sensory Bin for kids. Toddlers and preschoolers will have so much fun playing with the different materials inside this summer themed sensory activity.
Related: Beach-themed Sensory Bin for Kids
2. Learn Time with a Fun Sun Dial
If you’re working with your child on how to tell time, make a fun sundial. This hands-on activity can be used for all ages of children. Start with basic things like learning about shadows and teach older children about earth’s rotation.
3. Sun Alphabet Play Dough Mats
These sun-themed alphabet dough mats are a fun, hands-on way for kids to practice forming letters.
4. Fine Motor Sun Craft to Work on Number Matching
Learn some math skills and work on fine motor with this sun number matching activity that is perfect for preschoolers!
5. Compliment Suns Kindness Activity
Spread some compliments and kindness and practice social skills this summer with these compliment suns.
6. Kindness Suns: Kind or Unkind Sort for SEL Learning
This Kindness Suns Activity is a perfect blend of summer and social emotional learning, perfect for June, July, and August.
7. Learn about the heat of the sun with this Melted crayon project
Use the help of the sun to create your art project this summer. This melted crayon art activity only needs a few materials to make something beautiful.
Related: DIY Dinosaur Crayons: The Perfect Party Favor
8. Learn Chinese with this Sun Matching Activity
If your child is bilingual and learning Chinese, this sun radical matching activity is a fun way to learn Chinese characters!
Related: 13 Facts About Raising Bilingual Children
Sun Arts and Crafts for Toddlers
In this next section, we will explore some easy sun crafts and simple projects that you can do with young children throughout the summer season. The majority of these crafts use supplies that you can find at home!
9. Easy Black Glue Sun Art for Kids
Use black glue and paint to make this cute sun picture. This is a fun art activity to learn about our closest star.
10. Sun King Fun Medallion
Make a sun king medallion. King Louis XIV was also known as the Sun King. He chose the sun as his personal emblem because the sun is the symbol for Apollo who is the god of peace.
11. Fork Painted Sun Craft
Make an easy and fun fork-painted sun craft. All you need is a fork, yellow paint and paper to create a beautiful and bright sun.
12. Sun Painting
Harness the power of the sun to create gorgeous sun prints!
13. Free Printable Sun Templates and Coloring Pages
These Free Printable Sun Templates are ideal for coloring, crafting, and decorating your home or classroom. They include small, medium, and large templates of the sun.
14. Summer coloring pages in Spanish
Color in the sun and more fun summer-related items in these fun coloring pages with Spanish titles!
15. Easy Earth Moon Sun Paper Craft
This easy Earth Moon Sun paper craft is perfect for some out of this world fun when learning about space. All you need is a few craft sticks and paper and voilá.
Related: Learn about the solar system in Spanish with these free printable flashcards
Sun Paper Plate Crafts for Toddlers
In this next section, let’s delve into the world of fun sun crafts that you can create using paper plates. Paper plates are versatile and readily available materials that can be transformed into exciting sun theme crafts.
16. “You Are My Sunshine” Paper Plate Craft
A spinning surprise! Kids can make this “You Are My Sunshine” paper plate craft for birthdays or any occasion!
17. Paper Plate Sunshine Kids Craft
This fun summer craft is a great way for kids to express their creativity while strengthening fine motor skills. Perfect for young crafters and the perfect summer project,
18. Paper Plate Sun Craft
This paper plate sun craft is super easy, cute, and great for young kids of all ages.
19. Handprint Sun Craft
Using simple materials, trace the handprints of your little ones to form the rays of sunshine.
20. Summer Sun Paper Plate Craft Puppet
This simple activity encourages fine motor skills, promotes color recognition and the craft can be used as a puppet. It is a great preschool resource and could be used while singing a song about the sun or colors.
Related: 20 Color Learning Activities for Preschoolers
Suncatcher Crafts for Toddlers
For more art projects involving the sun, check out the following suncatcher activities that will add a touch of color and sparkle to your summer break.
21. Easy Paper Plate Sun Suncatcher Craft
This sun suncatcher craft made from a paper plate would look gorgeous hanging in front of any window—and it’s so simple to make that even toddlers can participate!
22. Colorful Glue Suncatcher Craft
Colorful and fun to make, this glue sun catcher makes a great project for bored kids. Ideal for rainy days, snow days, or when it’s just too hot outside!
23. Paper Plate Watermelon Suncatchers
While these watermelon sun catchers are a perfect summer activity, you can use the melted crayon stained glass idea all year round.
To wrap things up, engaging toddlers in these fun activities provides them with physical exercise as well as stimulates their curiosity and creativity. By incorporating these sun-inspired activities into your routine, you can create memorable experiences for your little ones while fostering their development and appreciation for the outdoors.
Share your students beautiful pieces of art with me on social media over at @lorenaylenonx.
Happy summer!
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