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Playtime routine for toddlers: Fun activities to try

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This checklist outlines a playtime routine for toddlers that includes a variety of fun activities to try. Firstly, choose an activity that your toddler will enjoy, such as playing with blocks, coloring, or reading a book. Set up the activity in a safe and comfortable space and engage with your toddler by asking questions, encouraging them, and praising their efforts. Once the activity is over, help your toddler clean up and offer them a healthy snack to refuel. If weather permits, take your toddler outside for some fresh air and physical activity. End the playtime routine with a relaxing bath or shower to help your toddler wind down and prepare for bedtime. Follow your usual bedtime routine, such as reading a story or singing a lullaby, to help your toddler transition to sleep.

Choose a fun activity: Decide on a fun activity that your toddler will enjoy, such as playing with blocks, coloring, or reading a book

Set up the activity: Gather all the necessary materials and set up the activity in a safe and comfortable space for your toddler

Engage with your toddler: Sit down with your toddler and engage with them during the activity

Clean up: Once the activity is over, help your toddler clean up and put away any materials used

Snack time: Offer your toddler a healthy snack, such as fruit or crackers, to refuel and recharge

Outdoor play: If weather permits, take your toddler outside for some fresh air and physical activity

Bath time: End the playtime routine with a relaxing bath or shower to help your toddler wind down and prepare for bedtime

Bedtime routine: Follow your usual bedtime routine, such as reading a story or singing a lullaby, to help your toddler transition to sleep