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Sock whisk
A simple fine motor and sensory activity for babies and toddlers - stuff a whisk with socks and let little hands pull them out!
2m
10m
Toy parade
A simple play invitation to line up toys along a strip of masking tape. Great for imagination, sequencing, and fine motor play.
1m
15m
Pom pom rescue and sort
Rescue pom poms from a taped “spiderweb” and sort them into a muffin tray for an easy setup fine motor challenge.
3m
15m
Peg toy rescue
Clip pegs all over a stuffed toy and invite your child to rescue it. A super simple setup that strengthens fine motor skills while sparking imaginative play.
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Our top playlists for babies aged 9 - 18 months
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Better bedtime
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Play isn't just for little ones. Here's our collection of ideas that you and your own inner child might enjoy too.
Decorate a box
Turn an empty cardboard box into an open-ended art station with stickers, markers or craft items
2m
30m
"Choose Your Own Adventure" day
Embark on a spontaneous, low-pressure outing! A wonderful way to explore the world through your inner child's eyes
10m
120m
Magnetic tile coin run
Build a simple coin run with magnetic tiles, encouraging STEAM learning and imaginative play.
2m
10m
Meow the song
Turn any song into a silly connection moment by meowing the tune instead of singing the lyrics.
0m
5m
· connect
Sleeping monster
Pretend to snooze while secretly waiting to pounce with a tickle when they get too close - pure squealy fun!
0m
5m
· connect
Fizzy science
Add some simple fizzy fun to your day with this classic kitchen science experiment.
2m
20m
· make it
Paper tunnels
Create quick, easy paper tunnels for open-ended play with balls or toy cars.
2m
15m
Play dough poke
A simple fine motor workout - just grab some play dough and things to poke into it!
2m
10m
Living room dance party
Get the whole family moving to their favourite tunes!
1m
20m
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DIY ball run
Build a simple ball run using cardboard tubes and tape!
5m
10m
Decorate a box
Turn an empty cardboard box into an open-ended art station with stickers, markers or craft items
2m
30m
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Bear Hunt sensory tray
Bring the classic We're Going on a Bear Hunt to life with a sensory tray inspired by the pages of the book.
5m
30m
Painting with cars
Use toy cars to make colourful tracks and patterns with paint
5m
20m
"Choose Your Own Adventure" day
Embark on a spontaneous, low-pressure outing! A wonderful way to explore the world through your inner child's eyes
10m
120m
Cotton ball sensory tray
Grab some cotton balls and a few kitchen tools for a low-fuss yet engaging sensory tray
2m
20m
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Puffy paint taste-safe recipe
A soft, squishy paint you can microwave for a magical puff! Made from basic pantry ingredients.
10m
20m
· make it
No-cook play dough recipe
Your go-to for a no-cook, taste-safe play dough recipe
2m
10m
· make it
Sponge transfer
Squeeze, squish, and soak! All you need is a couple of sponges, bowls, and water for this fine motor workout with a sensory twist.
2m
10m
Magnetic tile coin run
Build a simple coin run with magnetic tiles, encouraging STEAM learning and imaginative play.
2m
10m
Chalk and wipe
Draw letters or shapes with chalk, then wipe it clean with some sensory water play.
3m
20m
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