I absolutely adore small world play. There is something magically inviting about small worlds. Children can’t resist exploring small worlds anymore than they can resist a pushing over a block tower. Today we invite you to join us as we make a small world zoo with everyday items. I love how you can easily create…
Top 10 Tuff Tray Filler Ideas
For those of you who are unfamiliar with tuff tray, it’s a large shallow plastic tray that can contain much of the mess created by kids during playtime. It comes with adjustable stand and can be in a variety of colors. Let’s take a look into top 10 tuff tray filler ideas to get you…
Kitchen Play Area Safety Tips
We have already mentioned in past couple weeks how much kids love to play with food and how to expand activities using play food. When you add to a mix that kids really love to spend time playing with their parents, you end up with kids under your legs for most of the time while…
Playful Parenting – Parents are Child’s Favorite Toy
For children, parents are the most important people in their lives. Play is a natural way for parents to connect to their children and the best way for them to learn. Child will benefit from playful parenting approach the most. We are here to stop and remind ourselves that we are NEVER too old to…
How and Why to Involve Kids in the Toy Purge
You may have read about how to rotate toys, or how to fix toys that seem beyond repair, or how to teach kids how to put their toys away. And while all of these pieces of information are great and have their place, I can’t help but think there’s something to be said about involving…
5 Ways to Play with Play Food
One of goals of Less Toys. More Play. series is to take a good long look at the toys you already have at home and decide to keep those that can be used for open-ended play. In other words, for imaginative / creative play where one toy can be used for play in many different…
Playing without Commercial Toys
As much as kids love shiny new toys, they are even more curious about taking a peek into your closet or kitchen cupboard! You probably experienced seeing the joy on child’s face when playing without commercial toys! Let’s get you inspired for a next treasure hunt to turn something ordinary to a brand new “toy”…
Simple Washing Station for Toddlers
Encourage your curious toddler to practice life skills with a simple washing station in your kitchen. At this age, toddlers love imitating adults and trying new things. Keep their interest strong and encourage independent behavior when ever they show desire to do things on their own or to help you. Are you fretting over what…
Repurpose Old Technology into Toys for Imaginative Play
Sometimes the best toys are the things you’d never expect. Like the cardboard box that becomes a fort, or the weekly pill organizer that transforms into a “video game.” Here we shall take a look into ways to repurpose old techology into toys for imaginative play. As a result, kids will play more and we…
Simple Outdoor Play Ideas
One of the best ways to connect children with nature is to spend time outside. Sounds so easy, but with the increasing pressure on children to sit indoors in front of screens, getting outside can be a challenge. Today I’ve put together a collection of simple outdoor play ideas that will hopefully inspire families to…