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Pattern tracing
Trace simple patterns to support early writing skills in a fun, low-pressure way.
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Rain in a jar experiment
Create a mesmerising mini weather system at home.
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Silly sandwich faces
Turn snack time into play time by making funny-faced sandwiches with your little one.
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Sticky tape nature bracelet
Head outside to collect little treasures on a wearable nature bracelet.
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Turn daily struggles into playful moments of connection and teamwork!
What's on my bum?
A hilarious sensory guessing game that gets lots of giggles and builds body awareness.
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Banana tattoo
A simple toothpick turns an everyday banana into a playful surprise.
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Meow the song
Turn any song into a silly connection moment by meowing the tune instead of singing the lyrics.
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Sleeping monster
Pretend to snooze while secretly waiting to pounce with a tickle when they get too close - pure squealy fun!
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Silly sock day
Brighten your day with a family-wide Silly Sock Day - an easy, no-prep way to bring in some playful bonding and giggles.
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Walk like an animal
A playful way to ease tough transitions or connect by moving like animals to the next task.
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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.
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What's on my bum?
A hilarious sensory guessing game that gets lots of giggles and builds body awareness.
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Magnetic tile coin run
Build a simple coin run with magnetic tiles, encouraging STEAM learning and imaginative play.
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Sticker match
A simple matching game using stickers and a cardboard tube or paper - quick to setup with lots of playful learning!
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Chalk and wipe
Draw letters or shapes with chalk, then wipe it clean with some sensory water play.
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Crazy hair day
A playful prewriting activity inventing your own crazy hairstyle
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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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Calm Parent Play Kit
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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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Peg the letter match
A simple letter recognition and fine motor workout using household items!
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15m
Play dough poke
A simple fine motor workout - just grab some play dough and things to poke into it!
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10m
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Taste-safe dirt sensory recipe
A scented, bumpy sensory dough that mimics dirt for taste-safe play.
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10m
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Flower cutting station
Set up a quick sensory station using old flowers and child-safe scissors. Kids can snip stems, leaves, and petals, then sort and create their own floral masterpieces.
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20m
Virtual field trip
Explore the world from home with a virtual field trip to zoos, space, cities, or even Mars!
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20m
Paper tunnels
Create quick, easy paper tunnels for open-ended play with balls or toy cars.
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15m
Egg carton threading
A simple fine motor activity using an empty egg carton, great for added literacy or STEM learning.
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10m
Rainbow treasure hunt
Go on a colour hunt around the house, park, or garden and find matching objects. Great for building early learning skills while getting little bodies moving.
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20m
Banana tattoo
A simple toothpick turns an everyday banana into a playful surprise.
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5m
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