10 Splash-tastic Ways to Dabble in Water Play

From container scooping games to ice cube tray tricks, we've got 10 creative ways to make a splash during play time.

By Gabby Cullen July 25, 2014

Water cools off little fingers and toes — and it’s also a super tool for young, exploring minds. Think beyond the bath and introduce your baby to engaging, safe water play. From container scooping games to ice cube tray tricks, these 10 creative ideas will make a splash during play time. Click through our slideshow for the details!

Wiggly Water

This “water” game definitely puts a spin on things! When you put blue Jell-o in the bath (try four boxes worth, spread evenly on the bathtub floor), you get an awesome ocean adventure. Don’t forget -- the messier they get, the more their little minds work. From the master mama of creative play at Growing A Jeweled Rose.

Photo courtesy of Growing A Jeweled Rose

We at Red Tricycle encourage learning. That said, babies should never be left near water unattended. All of these activities should be experienced with parental supervision.

How do you make time for water play? We want to know!

— Gabby Cullen