Quiet time

Quiet time

Gentle activities that help everyone find calm, focus, and a little space to recharge during the day.

Quiet time doesn’t have to mean complete silence - it's about slowing down, taking a breath, and giving everyone a moment to reset. This playlist offers peaceful play ideas that foster concentration, creativity, and relaxation. Whether you’re having a quiet afternoon or winding down before bed, these activities create a calming atmosphere for kids and grownups alike.

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Infants (9-18 mths)

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Sponge transfer

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.

Play dough poke

Play dough poke

A simple fine motor workout - just grab some play dough and things to poke into it!

Taste-safe dirt sensory recipe

Taste-safe dirt sensory recipe

A scented, bumpy sensory dough that mimics dirt for taste-safe play.

Paper tunnels

Paper tunnels

Create quick, easy paper tunnels for open-ended play with balls or toy cars.

Magnetic tile puzzle

Magnetic tile puzzle

Draw outlines of magnetic tiles to turn them into a fun matching puzzle, perfect for the fridge or chalk play outside

Decorate a box

Decorate a box

Turn an empty cardboard box into an open-ended art station with stickers, markers or craft items

Fizzy science

Fizzy science

Add some simple fizzy fun to your day with this classic kitchen science experiment.

Nature collage

Nature collage

Create a beautiful nature collage by arranging flowers and leaves on a sticky cardboard frame.

2 ingredient cloud dough sensory recipe

2 ingredient cloud dough sensory recipe

A soft sensory dough made from just two household ingredients.

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Fruity water play

Fruity water play

A refreshing sensory water play idea using slices of fruit like lemons, limes, oranges, and berries. Perfect for exploring scents, textures, and splashes!

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