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25.01.2022 Blessed Christmas! PEACE JOY LOVE... HOPE . . . #chooseplay #chooseandplay #mums #kids #kidsactivities #toys #play #playideas #fun #learning #happykids #family #christmas #adelaidekids #kidsinadelaide #adelaidefamilies See more

24.01.2022 When youre running errands and need something for your pre schooler to do, this fun and engaging reusable activity book from @priddybooks is perfect. Designed to build confidence, it starts off easy and gets harder. Q: Why offer matching activities? A: Matching is an important early maths skill.

23.01.2022 SENSORY MATERIALS We love to add sensory elements to our invitations to play and learn. What a fun way to practise skills! This sensory maze invites a child to use Wikki Stix One of A Kind Creatables to weave a path through the maze. No pencils required!

22.01.2022 With so much choice it can be a little overwhelming to spot a toy/activity that our children will play with again and again. I have some check questions I ask myself when Im choosing toys/activities. Is there something engaging or a little unique about the toy/activity? Would it appeal to children of different ages and stages? ... Can you think of a few different ways your child could use the toy/activity? Does it provide opportunities for both structured and unstructured or free play? Is it reusable? Rainbow Pebbles by Edx Education is a great example of a toy/activity that would make it into my shopping basket.

22.01.2022 Getting into the spirit of the Adelaide Fringe Festival with backyard circus fun.

20.01.2022 Toy libraries are such a wonderful community resource. When children have the opportunity to explore different kinds of toys they naturally extend their play and develop different skills. If your child likes for example construction play, each time they visit theyll be able to borrow a completely different construction set. ... These gorgeous bamboo rings are from my local toy library @unleytoylibrary. They are a bit special, have textile edges for grip, and are from @hapetoys.

19.01.2022 Do you want a calmer, happier kid? Get them bouncing! Perfect for high energy kids the Hop Fantasy 45 is great for developing concentration, balance and coordination. Can be used inside or outside.

19.01.2022 Working on planning and sequencing skills doesnt have to be boring. Its all in the sell! Today weve gone with an outer space theme. For some kids planning and sequencing can be a challenge. Knowing how and what to do next doesnt always come naturally, and needs to be practised. As parents, teachers and therapists our job is to make it fun. One idea is to embed the skills in an engaging activity. Here weve used space themed small world play pieces, as well as rice and aluminium foil as a sensory component. This beautiful set by DJECO helps kids get started by following the card guide. They will enjoy using their hands to find the hidden rocket pieces they need.

18.01.2022 Your play tubs are amazing. When we work with families, we share tried and tested play strategies, and explore together the type of toy/activity combinations that they might like to try. We love seeing how uniquely each family adapt these ideas to suit their children. We aim to inspire!

18.01.2022 Stokes Hill Lookout - Flinders Ranges - South Australia school holiday adventures

18.01.2022 Are you looking for kids activities that require no set up? We have just the thing to engage your child. Little kids love to explore the grown up world of work. From Melissa & Doug this Cool Careers - puffy sticker activity book is reusable and a great screen free choice for busy parents. It lets your child create the picture and tell the story. Develops independent play, concentration, fine motor skills and confidence. Another winning product and suitable for ages 4 - 8.

18.01.2022 Summer holiday number + fine motor play = kid friendly back to school prep. Just add monkeys!

18.01.2022 a book + simple themed props = an invitation to play

17.01.2022 Are you looking for a no prep screen-free activity that is designed to build fine motor skills? With no pressure to stay inside the lines and suggestions on every page, its great for kids who need help to get started. Develops fine motor skills, independent play, task persistence and confidence. Recommended for ages 5+.

17.01.2022 LIVE photo Some after school fun with the Original Rainbow Ribbon. Its perfect for kids who like to move, dance and imagine. Encourages open ended play, and develops gross motor skills, body awareness and hand eye co ordination. Add music and enjoy the show! Suitable for ages 3+.

17.01.2022 Exploring the natural world allows children to challenge themselves, to take risks, to make plans and to solve problems. The Heysen Trail

17.01.2022 Happy Easter! Every year we make an Easter tree. What are some of your Easter traditions? . .... . #chooseplay #chooseandplay #mums #kids #kidsactivities #toys #play #playideas #fun #learning #happykids #family #kidsinadelaide #adelaidefamilies #easter #eastertraditions #holidayseason #easteractivitiesforkids See more

16.01.2022 If you’re wondering how to develop your child’s attention and task persistence, take a look at one of our recent articles. We discuss playful ways to build these skills, that are easy to include in your child’s play repertoire. https://chooseplay.com.au//building-attention-and-task-per

16.01.2022 Bilibo by MOLUK is the must have open ended play toy. Engaging the imagination, it becomes whatever your kid desires - a hat, a bucket or an animal. Perfect for active kids who love to spin, rock and balance their way through the day. Take it to the beach, the snow or to Grandmas house. Designed for ages 2 - 8.

16.01.2022 Loved having you here today. At Choose Play were in the business of play. Our partnership with parents empowers them to see their children thrive. We love doing home visits! If you prefer we can provide a local play consultation service via phone, which includes contactless delivery of activities your child will love. At Choose Play we know that families are looking for alternatives to screen time, but dont always know where to start. We offer themed play consultations, with play strategies for challenging times being one of our most popular.

14.01.2022 EXPLORATION TUBS At Choose Play we use exploration tubs as a go to play strategy. They are a brilliant way to engage children in open ended, independent play, and can also be used to build skills. With lots of things to squeeze, squish, connect, pull apart and thread, this tub provides opportunities for sensory exploration, construction and fine motor skills. Whats in todays tub? ... 1. water 2. water beads 3. Squigz 4. pop-arty beads 5. threading beads We love Squigz from Fatbraintoys. They are unique, and can be used wet or dry.

13.01.2022 Tips for introducing MATHS to pre-schoolers Encourage curiousity by allowing free exploration of materials. Offer choice - something easy that they can do + something new and challenging.

13.01.2022 Well before kids are ready to learn a musical instrument, they will enjoy and can benefit from playing simple percussion instruments. Repetitive play with simple drums and rhythm sticks is a fun way to develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and concentration. Toy libraries are great places to find instruments for even very young children.

13.01.2022 You were so helpful with providing practical solutions. Knowing what resources to gather, what activities to offer, tips to make it fun and how to build play or therapy time into a busy lifestyle can be overwhelming for families who are already stretched. At Choose Play we help you get started.

13.01.2022 What a joy to witness a local business like Wild Imagination flourish. We were delighted to attend another successful event hosted by The City of Adelaide at the Pop-up adventure playspace in North Adelaide this week. City kids had the best time cooking damper on sticks over a fire, and there were plenty of quiet spots to sit and create something to take home. We didnt want to leave!

12.01.2022 Do you need to make dinner, but your kid is tired and wants your attention? Try offering an irresistible play basket like this one.

10.01.2022 S h a P E p L A y Provide lots of different ways for children to explore shape in the pre school years. In doing so you are building the skills needed for reading and writing. We call these pre reading and pre writing skills. Before a child starts school we want them to be able to recognise and draw different shapes. Recognising shapes helps children to recognise letters and start to read. In addition a childs ability to draw shapes will help them to write letters.... In this shape themed play basket weve included some sensory materials - wikki stix, playfoam and chalk.

09.01.2022 Parent Toolbox - Homework Young children benefit from 1:1 time with an adult that is focused on developing skills. This may take the form of homework or at home therapy. It does not need to be boring for the child. Thinking outside the box is key. Choosing a time children are fresh can make a big difference, and doing something physical before trying a sit down task will help with focus and attention. ... One way to make homework fun and engaging is to take it outside and incorporate games. Here is an example of how a card game and some blocks have been used to work on matching CVC words and pictures. Products like this are great investments, as they can be used in endless ways.

09.01.2022 Whats better than an I SPY book? An I SPY book that invites you to search, colour, draw and keep score. With delightful illustrations, Spot The Lot by Lonely Planet Kids takes your child on a journey to 20 different places. Perfect for building attention and task persistence. Kids who like a challenge will love this one!

09.01.2022 The power of unstructured outdoor play can never be underestimated!

08.01.2022 The children love starting their day with a cognitive obstacle course. We recently received this feedback from an early childhood educator weve had the pleasure of working with. We love sharing play based strategies that can make a big difference to managing challenging times. A cognitive obstacle course combines physical activities with a mental challenge. It can be adapted to suit children of any age or developmental stage, and works just as well in a child care/school environment as at home. Its a brilliant addition to the start of any day.

07.01.2022 Choose Play is very excited to be co-hosting this event with The Village CO. We are joining with other local South Australian businesses to raise funds and show some very special Mums that their village is here for them.

07.01.2022 We love getting feedback from our customers. . . . #chooseplay #chooseandplay #mums #kids #kidsactivities #toys #play #playideas #fun #learning #happykids #family

06.01.2022 Hes looking for stimulation - love all the ideas. At Choose Play we are so grateful to work with Adelaide families. Working with kids in their kindergarten year is so much fun. These kids are not quite ready for school, but are often looking for something more in terms of mental challenge. For parents, knowing what to offer next can be a bit of trial and error. We love to help. Just ask!

05.01.2022 Our products, strategies and ideas are screen free and require either little or no prep, so perfect for busy families. Whether its a resource bundle to support at home therapy, or youre wanting ideas to make your school mornings run smoothly, we offer a personalised approach that starts with listening. At Choose Play were all about fun and engaging play based solutions to common parenting challenges.

05.01.2022 Thanks so much for the advice. At Choose Play we listen to and engage with our customers. We work with you to create positive solutions that suit your child, your family and your lifestyle.

05.01.2022 SENSORY PLAY tip for busy parents Keep a tub of beans handy, and then all you need to do is add your child’s current favourite activity.

04.01.2022 Great for busy parents and a popular screen free alternative. This no prep, reusable activity is from Galt Toys. With no right or wrong way to colour, your kid will always feel successful. Develops confidence, independent play, task persistence and pre-writing skills. Handy for when you are running errands, eating out or travelling. Would also be a perfect addition to a quiet time tub.

03.01.2022 Thank you for getting me out of my play rut. We love it when clients take the time to tell us how weve made a difference in their play journey. At Choose Play we love sharing favourite products, play strategies and activity ideas. All of our products, strategies and ideas are screen free and require either little or no prep, so perfect for busy families. How can we help?

02.01.2022 Happy Easter! Little hands will love this Easter themed play basket.

01.01.2022 What a privilege to be co-hosting this very special event. Please join us as we support the incredible work of The Village CO.

01.01.2022 Happy New Year! Celebrating the start of 2020, and the beginning of a whole new decade. . .... . #chooseplay #chooseandplay #mums #kids #kidsactivities #toys #play #playideas #fun #learning #happykids #family See more

01.01.2022 LOOSE PARTS PLAY Loose parts play is all about allowing children the time and space to play without direction from adults. By providing a range of different materials that can be used in multiple ways, children have the opportunity to freely explore and can start to make sense of the world around them. If youre not sure what to offer, start with - parts of toy/activity sets, craft materials, household items as well as some natural materials. ... This type of play encourages invention, problem solving, confidence and fine motor skills, and sets the scene for dramatic play and storytelling.