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Family playtime

Family playtime

Simple ways to have fun together & reconnect

Life gets busy, but play is a great way to slow down and reconnect. This playlist is filled with easy, no-fuss activities to bring more fun into your daily routine - whether you have five minutes or an entire evening. From silly challenges to cosy game nights, these ideas help turn ordinary moments into joyful memories.

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103 play ideas for Toddlers in the "Family playtime" playlist

Car watching game
Car watching game
A calming, low-effort game where everyone guesses what colour car will drive by next
0m
5m
Pick-up sticks
Pick-up sticks
A simple, timeless game that sharpens fine motor skills and concentration for kids and brings a wave of nostalgia for grownups.
1m
10m
Indoor campsite
Indoor campsite
Build a classic fort and bring the magic of camping indoors - no bugs, no bad weather, just cosy, imaginative fun!
10m
60m
Family shoe race
Family shoe race
Turn the morning rush to leave the house into a playful ritual with a family shoe race!
0m
2m
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High, low, buffalo!
High, low, buffalo!
A simple, low-pressure ritual for families to reconnect and share moments from their day.
0m
5m
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"Serious Announcement" day
"Serious Announcement" day
Connect and laugh at home with random formal announcements
0m
1m
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Motivation sprinkles
Motivation sprinkles
A playful ritual to try when someone needs a dash of encouragement or motivation
0m
2m
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Pretend magic scooter
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.
0m
10m
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Fortunately / unfortunately
Fortunately / unfortunately
Playful Heart Parenting
A classic improv game that encourages kids to look on the bright side!
0m
10m
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One word story
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.
0m
10m

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