Tinker trays are a simple, creative and engaging way to give children some options with their play. Allow their imaginations to soar.

In the 1970s an architect called Simon Nicholson proposed an idea which has come to be known as the theory of loose parts; that it is the loose parts in our society – items which can be arran…

It's been so cold and snowy here, so I've been brainstorming ways to keep my kids busy indoors. We had so much fun with our last tinker tray, that I decided to put together another

Over the past year I’ve become a huge fan of tinker trays. I am a firm believer in open ended art for young children, older children too. Tinker trays are the perfect jumping off point for limitless possibilities and creativity. I know for a lot of moms, one look and you just think of a […]

Winter STEM- Build A Snowflake Tinker Tray. Use loose parts to build snowflakes. Explore radial symmetry as you incorporate math, science, fine motor work, and creativity in this activity for preschoolers, kindergartners, and elementary kids.

Tinker trays are becoming more popular, and with good reason. We have been using them for quite some time and have always been happy with the result. Providing open-ended materials allows for (to...

Are you looking for an activity for your children to explore independently? Are you hoping to spark their imagination and creativity? Or perhaps you are looking to buy yourself a little time. Tinker trays may be the answer to all of the above! Read all about what they are and how to use them here.

Over the past year I’ve become a huge fan of tinker trays. I am a firm believer in open ended art for young children, older children too. Tinker trays are the perfect jumping off point for limitless possibilities and creativity. I know for a lot of moms, one look and you just think of a […]

Tinker trays are a great way to get kids to explore, learn and build in a hands-on way. I introduced 5 trays to my kindergarten students and they were a huge success! From nuts and bolts to pompoms and wood slices there are so many possibilities.