Play, explore and learn
We've got some great ideas to help little minds learn.
Play, explore and learn
We've got some great ideas to help little minds learn.
Children learn through little things every day like talking, playing and going about your daily routine.
On this page you'll find lots of ideas and activities that you and your children can do together to help them learn. The activities teach a range of skills and are suitable for children from birth to 5.
For more tips and ideas to support your child's learning through everyday activities visit the NHS Better Health Start for Life website and the BBC's Tiny Happy People page.
For more information about helping your child to learn and develop, see What to expect in the Early Years Foundation Stage: a guide for parents (PDF 5.9 MB) - from The East London Research School.
Around the home
(All ages)
Out and about
(All ages)
Tummy time
(Babies)
Storytellers
(All ages)
The great outdoors
(All ages)
Endless possibilities
(All ages)
Little scientists
(Pre-school and Reception)
Curious objects
(Pre-school and Reception)
Listening carefully
(All ages)
I spy
(Babies)
Making the story come alive - sound effects
(Toddlers)
Splash and squirt!
(Toddlers)
Little chefs
(Pre-school and Reception)
Pass the ball
(Babies)
Make a card or gift
(Pre-school and Reception)
All aboard!
(Pre-school and Reception)
Planting and growing
(Pre-school and Reception)
A gift for someone special
(Pre-school and Reception)
Tinkering
(Pre-school and Reception)
Hide and seek
(Toddlers)
Den making
(All ages)
Make a home for mini-beasts
(Pre-school and Reception)
Make a leaf crown
(Pre-school and Reception)
Follow my leader
(Pre-school and Reception)
Nursery rhymes
(Toddlers)
Calming jar
(All ages)
Self-soothing box
(All ages)
Peek-a-boo!
(Babies)
Superheroes!
(Pre-school and Reception)