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Toy zip line
Turn an old cardboard roll into a thrilling zip line for toys. It’s quick to set up, encourages imaginative play, and gives everyday recyclables a second life.
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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!
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Motivation sprinkles
A playful ritual to try when someone needs a dash of encouragement or motivation
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Spray bottle target practice
Use a spray bottle to knock lightweight balls off toilet rolls! A simple, satisfying target game that builds focus, hand strength, and coordination while keeping things cool and fun.
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Turn daily struggles into playful moments of connection and teamwork!
Motivation sprinkles
A playful ritual to try when someone needs a dash of encouragement or motivation
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Pretend magic scooter
Turn an ordinary walk into an extraordinary adventure by pretending to ride magical scooters with endless powers and silly surprises. A perfect way to connect, distract from tired legs, and spark imaginative fun on the go.
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Listen to a podcast / audiobook
A great alternative to screen time, podcasts and audiobooks can invite calm and entertainment into your day without the overstimulation.
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Fold me like laundry
A calming, playful ritual where you gently "fold" your child’s body up part by part as if they were laundry. It helps release tension, invites giggles, and creates a mindful moment of connection when big feelings take over.
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Nature spotting
Transform an ordinary walk by noticing small details in nature. A simple way to slow down, connect with the outdoors, and rediscover everyday wonder.
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Cover me
Let the kids cover you with blankets & cushions while you get a mini rest!
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Fortunately / unfortunately
Playful Heart Parenting
A classic improv game that encourages kids to look on the bright side!
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One word story
Playful Heart Parenting
A hilarious storytelling game where each player only adds one word at a time. The story takes unexpected twists, flexes your creative muscles, and guarantees lots of laughter.
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I make the face, you make the sound
Playful Heart Parenting
A quick and silly connection game where one person makes a funny face and the other has to match it with a sound. It’s easy, ridiculous, and perfect for sparking connection anytime, anywhere.
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Playful Heart Parenting
A hilarious family game where you mute the TV and create your own dialogue for the characters. It’s imaginative, delightfully challenging, and turns ordinary screen time into an active, creative experience.
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What if I laughed like this?
Playful Heart Parenting
A lighthearted game where everyone tries out different silly laughs, from snorts to squeaks to belly chuckles. It’s contagious, mood-lifting, and guaranteed to end in real giggles.
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Crazy hair day
A playful prewriting activity inventing your own crazy hairstyle
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Play dough mats
Creative play dough prompts to spark imagination, build fine motor skills, and keep little hands busy.
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Daily routine cards
Visual routine cards to help kids feel calm, confident, and more in control of their day
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Gross motor dice (includes blank)
Get moving with these easy-to-assemble action dice
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Indoor scavenger hunts
A simple scavenger hunt printable to turn stuck inside days into a playful adventure
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Toy parade
A simple play invitation to line up toys along a strip of masking tape. Great for imagination, sequencing, and fine motor play.
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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.
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15m
Pretend magic scooter
Turn an ordinary walk into an extraordinary adventure by pretending to ride magical scooters with endless powers and silly surprises. A perfect way to connect, distract from tired legs, and spark imaginative fun on the go.
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10m
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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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10m
Listen to a podcast / audiobook
A great alternative to screen time, podcasts and audiobooks can invite calm and entertainment into your day without the overstimulation.
1m
30m
Fold me like laundry
A calming, playful ritual where you gently "fold" your child’s body up part by part as if they were laundry. It helps release tension, invites giggles, and creates a mindful moment of connection when big feelings take over.
0m
3m
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Loose parts patterns
Collect loose parts from nature or around the house and arrange them into repeating patterns. A playful way to explore creativity, maths, and order in everyday life.
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10m
Nature spotting
Transform an ordinary walk by noticing small details in nature. A simple way to slow down, connect with the outdoors, and rediscover everyday wonder.
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10m
Sing karaoke
Turn screen time into a mini concert! Grab a mic (or a hairbrush) and sing along to favourite tunes for a fun, interactive music session.
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20m
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