Weather Playdough Mats – Free Printable
Weather printables don’t have to be all worksheets. These Weather Playdough Mats are a free printable that you can use with toddlers and preschoolers to do some hands-on learning. Use these playdough mats to discuss the different types of weather you get, what it feels like, and how to dress for it with your early years class.
Disclosure: Adult supervision is required for all activities at all times.
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Weather Activities for Kids
Weather play ideas come in all shapes and sizes. Here are some of my favorite activities to do, from exploring the science of weather to developing fine motor skills. There’s something for everyone.
- Rain Sticky Wall
- Storm Cloud Threading
- Water Cycle Science Experiment
- Cloud in a Jar
- DIY Thermometer
For more easy ideas, take a look at these 25 Weather Activities for Kids.
Materials Needed
- The FREE Weather Playdough Mats printable, found below.
- Playdough
- Laminating sheets
- Laminator
How to Prepare your Weather Playdough Mats
Step 1: Download and print the Weather Playdough Mats
2. Laminate each of the mats to make them reusable.
3. Set out each mat with different colors of playdough and playdough tools.
How to Play
1. Discuss the type of weather depicted on each of the mats. What are the different components shown? What type of clothes should you wear for this type of weather? Etc.
2. Roll the playdough into long snakes or balls.
3. Place the playdough along the lines or circles.
4. Enjoy learning.
Are you going to try these Weather Playdough Mats with your kids?
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