Playtime Activities Tip Sheet
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For curious, young minds, playing is learning. Playtime is fundamental to your child’s early development, helping hone her cognitive, social, and emotional skills. Opportunities to play are everywhere! Here are a few ideas to integrate play into your daily routine with your toddler.
- While getting ready in the morning, let your child explore your closet (or theirs!)
- Involve your toddler in meal preparation
- Sing a song about toes, fingers, and noses during bath time
- Turn reading time into playtime
- Go on a scavenger hunt while out on a walk
- Play a game of "I-Spy" while shopping together
Every moment together is an opportunity for role play - all it takes is imagination.