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    How to Keep Kids Busy
    How to Keep Kids Busy
    How to Keep Kids Busy
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    How to Keep Kids Busy

    By Justyna Borzucka

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    Would you like to raise a child who can entertain themselves without always relying on your suggestions?

     

    "How to Keep Kids Busy" will make you believe that your child CAN PLAY ALONE!

     

    ? Firstly, it explains why it's ok for children to play by themselves. A child's independent play is not just advantageous for parents. It offers a host of benefits for the child. Such play is incredibly important, beneficial, and develops a wide range of their skills! It's a win-win.

    ? Furthermore, every child is capable of playing by themselves. This book discusses the optimal arrangement of play space and toys and provides plenty of strategies to empower your child's independent play.


    "How to Keep Kids Busy" is ideal for parents of children aged up to 7 years old. It's best to start supporting independent play from the first days, so this book will be helpful even for parents of infants. However, challenges in this area often arise when the child is a few years old, so there are plenty of tips for parents of preschoolers as well.

    ✨  Thanks to your child's independent play, you can bring more peace into your daily life and strengthen your bond with the child. 

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJustyna Borzucka
    Release dateOct 3, 2024
    ISBN9788396790330
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      How to Keep Kids Busy - Justyna Borzucka

      Table of Contents

      Introduction

      About Me

      The RIE Parenting Method and the RIE Approach to Child's Play

      For the Child’s Sake: Twelve Brilliant Benefits of Independent Play in Developing Kids’ Skills

      For the Parent’s Sake – Seven Unexpected Perks of Independent Play

      What a Child Needs to Play Independently

      Start from the Beginning or as Soon as Possible

      Remember a Child's Basic Needs

      Support Independent Play Daily

      Nourish Your Child with Attention

      Provide the Right Environment and Toys

      The PARENT'S TRUST in their child's competency for independent play

      How Parents Can Support a Child's Independent Play: Specific Tools, Messages, and Examples

      Assume the Right Role

      Focus on the Audience Member’s Role: Sensitive Observation

      Let the Child Shine

      Limit Help to the Absolute Minimum

      Mix Different Forms of Accompanying Your Child in Their Independent Play

      Introduce and Practice Regular, Daily Blocks of Independent Play

      Speak Honestly with Your Child

      Set Boundaries for Your Child

      Accept Your Child's Emotions and Don't Expect Immediate Agreement

      Rejoice in Your Child’s Progress, but Thoughtfully – Without Interrupting Their Play

      Draft an Action Plan

      Working Remotely with a Child at Home

      Conclusion

      Publication Data

      First Edition

      Author: Justyna Borzucka

      Title: How to Keep Kids Busy

      Original title: Twoje dziecko MOŻE bawić się SAMO

      Translation: Justyna Borzucka

      Cover Design: Justyna Borzucka

      Publisher: Co robić, kiedy dziecko

      ISBN: 978-83-967903-3-0

      Proofreading: Agnieszka Anulewicz-Wypych

      Layout: Bartłomiej Borzucki

      Publication Year: 2023

      Publication Placea: Wrocław, Polska

      All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher. The author and the publisher have made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this book is accurate and complete. However, they accept no responsibility for its use.

      Introduction

      Do you ever feel the social pressure to constantly play with your child? Or to come up with creative, educational games that aid development? Are you bombarded with headlines like 50 Creative Play Ideas or Play with Your Child as Often as Possible to Build a Strong Bond?

      Does your child struggle to play independently and always draw you into their games? Do you feel obligated to play, and does it wear you out? Perhaps you don’t actually enjoy playing with your child? Or you don’t enjoy all the games they want to play? Or maybe you love those shared playtimes, but just not all the time, and wish your child could learn to entertain themselves more?

      If these thoughts resonate with you, I want to reassure you: you’re not alone.

      We live in unique times. We have a vast array of choices and easy access to knowledge, which is undoubtedly a huge benefit. On the other side, the number of these opportunities is as overwhelming as the general pressure. Moreover, as humans, we tend to swing from one extreme to the other. A few decades ago, it was rare for caregivers to play with their children. Now, admitting publicly I don’t play with my kids requires a lot of courage. I recently came across an Instagram post where an American influencer mentioned that she doesn’t often play with her kids. She prioritizes family meals and other bonding activities, but leaves typical child’s activities to the children themselves. And her profile was inundated with negative comments and backlash.

      A toddler in blue clothing playing with colorful building blocks on a wooden floor with puzzle pieces scattered around.

      Once I posted on my blog about supporting independent play in children and received a critical remark accusing me of not forming a secure bond with my children if we don’t play together. It’s so hurtful to be judged based on a single bit of reality. As always, what we truly need is BALANCE.

      I enjoy playing with my kids, but not all the time and not every game. Sometimes I do things just for them, knowing it brings them joy. But I strive for balance and also respect my own boundaries. If I had to constantly devote myself to playing with them, I certainly wouldn’t have three children.

      That’s why my goal in this book is to make you believe that your child CAN PLAY ALONE. IIt can be done on two levels:

      They can play alone - IT'S OKAY for them to play by themselves. A child's independent play is not just well-being for you. IT'S MAINLY A HOST OF BENEFITS FOR THE CHILD. Such play is incredibly important, beneficial, and develops a wide range of their skills! It's a win-win.

      They can play alone - They ARE CAPABLE of playing by themselves. Every child can do this, even yours.

      This book will be most inspiring for parents of children aged up to seven years old. It's best to start supporting independent play from the first days, so this book will be helpful even for parents of infants. However, challenges in this area often arise when the child is

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