Small children – from toddler to preschooler to primary-school age (and, we suspect, beyond!) – love water play. As soon as the weather's half-way warm enough, they'll happily spend hours pouring ...

I updated this list every month, with the last update in November 2023. And don’t worry, there are PLENTY more amazing preschool books than on this list. If you want more book ideas by topic, go to ...

Toddlers love repetitive play. This is great for their development, from coordination to shapes, colours and cause and effect. Tabletop activities to do with toddlers and preschoolers We've put ...

At a forest school, the roof is the bright blue sky, a cluster of ladybugs flying through the air can turn into a science lesson and the fog lingering on your face becomes an example of the water ...

Outside play is vital for a child’s development, and this collection of outdoor activities for preschoolers is full of ...

Looking for some easy messy play ideas? Our kids’ science experiments ... Make this lovely, gooey robo slime using only cornflower, water and food colouring. Easy AND messy.

‘Tis the season to start stocking up on gifts, and there’s one thing that even the most seasoned parent always finds themself ...

Is your little boy fixated by anything with wheels while his sister couldn’t care less about trucks and cars? Does your little girl play quietly with her friends while her brother and his friends ...

Pumpkins and gourds are appropriate decorations at Thanksgiving. Paper cutouts of turkeys, pumpkins, and fall leaves can be ...

as well as active play such as jumping, running, and dancing, they increase their language as they are learning about themselves and the world around them. Adults provide a balance of quiet and active ...