Playtime Ideas

Stuck at home by weather or quarantine? Out of ideas to entertain the kids? Find ideas to help you encourage independent play, foster creative self-expression, or even just "be the fun mom." Find play prompts, fun creativity-boosting toys, & invitations to play, with the best tips to help children learn to entertain themselves, for toddlers, preschoolers, & elementary school kids alike. Give mom a break & avoid burnout by keeping kids busy.
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LARP kids can learn in 30 seconds!
Teach your kids the basics of live-action role playing with easy to understand rules. Complexity builds gradually and naturally as they master the game and add their own stories. You can be the DM and guide them-- or play right along! Progress through advanced levels included in the game set, and get more ideas and tips from our friendly, moderated online community. Our play testers say it's easy and fun, and it was hard to get them to stop!
Girls Handmade Costume | Rainbow Costume
Are in search of an adorable Halloween costume for your little girl? Check out our handmade kids rainbow costume. Your little one will love this comfortable costume with the bright colors of the rainbow. This unique costume is hand cut and assembled in our workshop. Whether you need an easy halloween costume or want a fun addition to your pretend play or dress-up space, this costume is for you! Check out more costume ideas and inspiration at superkidcapes.com.
How to Encourage Creativity without Hovering
We want our kids to be imaginative-- but how do we steer their play without being bossy? Learn how to gently guide their play without getting in the way. Perfect for gentle parenting and Waldorf families. @rowdyladybugco
The Only Dress Up Hat They'll Need (for now!)
"Versatile" only begins to describe this costume hat for kids! It transforms from ordinary hat to a tricorne, a pirate hat, or a cowboy hat with the ease of velcro! Children can dress themselves and change the hat to different looks effortlessly. Inspire imagination and creativity with a multipurpose dress up accessory today-- this hand crafted accessory lasts for years of enthusiastic play! It's washable and packs flat for storage, too. @rowdyladybugco
Give Her the Gift of Dress Up Play!
The best list of items for easy, fun dress up play she'll love for years! Your daughter can expand her dress up play beyond princesses to include nontraditional costumes and creative ideas. These simple tips let you build a durable and creativity-inspiring costume box your child will love for years! Download the free printable list. @rowdyladybugco
Screen-Free Play for Home and School
Teachers and parents need fun, screen-free activities for their kids. Check out this blog full of simple, fun activities perfect for preschool kids. #preschool #art #finemotor #play
Bring Puppetry to Bath Time Fun with a Washable Raccoon Mitten
Everyone loves puppets, and bath mitts make tub time more fun for toddlers. When they outgrow wash mitts, this adorable raccoon can still perform in puppet shows and pretend play. Pretense builds great thinkers--so you'll give a super cute gift that helps child development, too! New parents love these for babies, too-- makes a perfect high-quality baby shower gift, especially for a woodland or forest-themed nursery. #rowdyladybugco
Preschool Play is Essential for Later Learning
Dramatic play is a great way to nurture executive function skills in preschool children. Pretend play helps with planning, self-restraint, memory, and learning-- and is still SO much fun! Read to learn why fun dress-up costumes and gifts are so positive for child development and school readiness. #rowdyladybugco
7 Unexpected Ways A Toddler Ride On Fire Engine Will Benefit Your Child | Seeme & Liz
Fire truck pretend play activities for toddlers have so many opportunities for learning through play. Learn about the 7 ways your toddler can learn with a ride on fire truck toy!
Boys and Dolls - 4 Reasons Boys Need Them Too!
Pretend play activities with dolls shouldn't just be for girls! There is no reason why boys shouldn't play with dolls. In fact, doll play can build many new skills for both boys and girls. Lean about the 4 reasons boys should be given dolls to play with!
Indoor Camping Ideas For Kids To Spark Learning! | Seeme & Liz
Pretend play camping activities for kids are perfect for creative hands on learning! Camping indoors can be a lot of fun for kids but it is also a great learning opportunity. Find out the many skills your child can learn while on a pretend camping trip!
A Pirate Costume So Versatile They'll (Almost!) Never Get Bored
Whether they're interested in Carribbean pirates or like to pretend to be Captain Jack Sparrow, this versatile pirate costume opens up many creative options for the kid who loves dress up play. If they get bored, the same costume can be converted easily to a cowboy, cowgirl, revolutionary soldier, ship's captain, or farmer costume for more dramatic pretend play. A fun gift from their favorite aunt or uncle for the kid who has everything. Sized to fit ages 4-10. #rowdyladybugco
10 Reasons Kids Need A Pretend Play Kitchen!
The best learning toy for toddlers, preschoolers and even young school age kids is a kids pretend play kitchen. Here are 10 reasons that sets this toy apart from so many other toys on the market! There are so many skills your child can learn while playing with a toy kitchen set!
The Best Outdoor Toys For Kids To Spark Imaginative Play | Seeme & Liz
Outdoor pretend play ideas are easy when you have the right toys! Here are some simple toys for toddlers and preschoolers that will get them outside and having fun all while learning through play!
Improve Emotional Regulation In Just 7 Minutes Per Day
Kids Working - 7 Minute HIIT Workout That Improves Emotional Regulation! [ #SensoryDiet #SensoryActivities #KidsExercise #SelfRegulation #EmotionalRegulation #Parenting #ADHDKids #BehaviorManagement #Autism #SPD