Activity ideas & tools

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8hwOs4cGtw&feature=youtu.be

Rough-and-tumble play: tips for dads

This short video is about rough-and-tumble play like chasing and wrestling. As well as being good exercise, rough play helps children learn how strong they are.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-O_xb6HOGns&feature=youtu.be

Free time to play: why it’s important for children

This short video is about playtime and play spaces for children.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rt_h6a1SjZg&feature=youtu.be

Low cost play ideas

Children’s play doesn’t have to cost a lot. Watch this video for ideas for open-ended materials that are great for children of all ages.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36QJxLdssDU&feature=youtu.be

Playing outside in all weather

This short video talks about why it’s important for children to be outside in all weather.

Rough play guide

Rough play develops strength, movement and social skills. It’s also fun!

Movement and play: Preschoolers

Play is key to all areas of children’s development, including movement and motor skills development. Preschoolers (aged 3-5 years) generally enjoy being active, although different children prefer different activities.

Outdoor play

Outdoor play is good for your child’s physical health, development and self-confidence. It’s great fun too!

Emotions and play: Toddlers

Along with empathy and pride, children start feeling frustrated when they reach the toddler years. In fact, frustration is an emotion you’ll probably see a lot of at this age.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PE3EAQo7Z6Q&feature=youtu.be

How boredom helps children’s play and development

Boredom is fantastic for children’s play. This short video talks about how boredom helps child development.

Preschooler screen time: tips for balance

Balance screen time with other activities that are good for your preschooler’s development. Suitable for children aged 2-5 years.

Playing with balls activity

Playing with balls makes physical activity fun. Throwing, catching and kicking balls is good for muscle development, hand-eye coordination and fitness.

Thinking and play: preschoolers

Play is the natural way young children learn. Even when it looks like preschoolers are just playing, their brains are hard at work putting together vital knowledge about the world.