Author Archives: Alana from Mud Mates

How to Make Homemade Ice Cream

Doesn’t the idea of eating homemade ice cream sound so appealing! The truth is though, [...]

Fun Beach Games & Activities for Kids

A visit to the ocean is never complete without playing some beach games! From treasure [...]

Best Picnic Food and Ideas for Kids

You’re going to have a fabulous family picnic once you’ve read my tips on the [...]

Ice Block Stick Christmas Decorations

How cute are these ice block stick Christmas decorations? The kids and I had so [...]

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Handy Items to Pack for a Summer Holiday with Kids

The end of the year is coming up fast, and you know what that means… [...]

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How to Keep Sane When Encouraging Messy Play

If encouraging messy play in your house sounds as far fetched as living on Mars, [...]

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Fizzing Shaving Cream Car Wash

This fizzing shaving cream car wash is an awesome outdoor messy play and sensory play [...]

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6 Awesome Kids Role Play Props

Imaginative play or role playing is how children learn and make sense of their world. [...]

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7 Indoor Sensory Play Activities for Toddlers

Indoor sensory play activities for toddlers can be messy, or not. While the thought of [...]

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Why Kids Should Play in the Mud

Can I Play in the Mud Please Mum? No! You’ll get your clothes all muddy [...]

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