Zoom, zoom, zoom! Playing with cars is always fun. Help your child build some ramps for their toy cars with everyday objects. See how far you can make the cars zoom along! Your kids will learn new words and test out their ideas through play. What do I need? Toy vehicles – cars, trucks, tractors […]
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This fun game is full of surprises! It encourages your child to play the detective and figure out what’s in their hands. They will learn to use new words – improving their language and communication skills. What do I need? A cloth bag, such as a shopping bag or pillowcase. Safe, everyday items. You can
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Did you know you can introduce your child to counting, basic maths and making lists, using a few toys and a blanket? And it’s a lot of fun singing together as they play and learn. What do I need? Five soft toys (one should be a lot smaller than the others) A blanket, towel, or
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This is possibly the most ‘multipurpose’ activity you can share with your child. It is scientific – using observation and classification skills. Your child will sort, compare and discuss what they discover. AND your child will be helping with the housework – and it’s good they understand the importance of that! What do I need?
This activity is good to do while you are cooking dinner. It keeps children busy and involved. Your child can choose the best way to move the pasta from one container to another – and see if they are right! A timer makes them race to beat the clock! And they are developing their hand–eye
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This game challenges your child to think creatively. Which pieces will be good to build with? What am I going to build? As they get more confident, you can increase the challenge. This activity helps children connect maths to their everyday lives. What do I need? Dice or the phone app ‘Dice roller’ Collection of
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This is great fun! Your child can plan out their exercise circuit, build it and then use it! Physical activity is important for our body, our brain and our wellbeing. With this activity your child is developing their movement, coordination and language skills. And they will feel great! What do I need? Chairs to crawl
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Number patterns are everywhere! Recognising them is a great game for your child to play. They can explore number patterns by going for a walk with you. One of the simplest patterns is odd and even numbers. So, take a walk and discover them! By doing this activity children can start to learn about patterns
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Children of all ages love water games – and water can be very relaxing. This activity lets your child play with water as they develop their hand–eye coordination, and learn some maths and science concepts. As children pour, they have to think about how fast to pour, how long to pour, and when to stop.
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This is a fun listening game that you and your child can play together at any time. While playing this game, children are learning about rhythm, how to take turns and counting. What do I need? Just you and your child. How do I do it? With your child looking at you, say “My turn”
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