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Messy Play Day / Bush Mud Kitchen

Bush Mud Kitchen

Children cook up mud pies, leaf soups and potions in an outdoor kitchen of old pots, pans and utensils.

How to run it

  1. Set up a kitchen area outdoors with old pots, pans and utensils.
  2. Provide water, dirt and natural materials.
  3. Let children cook, mix and serve pretend meals.
  4. Rinse equipment and wash hands at the end.

You will need

  • old pots and pans
  • utensils
  • water
  • dirt or mud
  • leaves and natural materials
Make it easier or harderOffer recipe cards for younger children; older children can run a restaurant with menus.
SafetySupervise water play, check soil is free of hazards and wash hands well.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 4Children connect with nature and use imagination in open-ended play.

Fits these theme days

Messy Play DayNature Play DayBackyard Play DayGross and Messy DayOutdoor Explorers

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