FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN AGED 2–5
A toddler play plan
for the time
you have.
Start with today’s time, what is already at home and the cleanup that feels manageable. Then choose one flexible next step.
YOUR AFTERNOON, AS IT IS
Let’s make a
small plan.
Choose a few starting points. You stay in charge of what suits your child.
For grown-ups. Check that activities and materials suit your child, read their safety guidance and stay involved.
A FLEXIBLE STARTING POINT
A 10-minute plan, starting with paper
This time split is an editable planning example, not a recommended play duration or a target for your child.
- Set aside materials for one familiar activity.
- Leave room for setup and cleanup.
- Read the activity’s steps and safety guidance, and stay involved.
A FEW NOTES BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Less to organize.
Room to begin.
A short guide for making one flexible plan, with space to change your mind.
Count the whole window.
Leave room to get ready and put things away.
Entertain a toddler at home.
Ordinary materials that keep cleanup quick.
Play with your toddler when tired.
Quiet presence over entertaining performance.
Survive the pre-dinner witching hour.
Three low-demand ideas for the hour before dinner.
02 / THE IDEA, IN A STORY
Saved lots of ideas.
Started none?
One ordinary afternoon, a long list of saved ideas and a smaller place to begin.
The play idea
you can actually start.
A story for the grown-ups.
Read the script and see the visual idea.
03 / WHAT WE’RE WORKING TOWARDS
A useful plan,
ready when you are.
We’re developing a small set of activity cards, a weekly planner and a parent guide. For now, try the free planning sheet and see what fits your day.
The Everyday
Play Starter
Contents and release timing are still being worked out. This pack is not yet available to buy.
See the printable planners →Try the free planning sheet →