Playtime Pantry

Problem solving

What happens if, where did it go, and how do I make it fit. 74 ideas
  • Peekaboo: the setup, laid out

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    Peekaboo

    3–10 min 4 mo–2 yrs Low mess

    Nothing to gather

  • Where Did It Go?: the setup, laid out
    Good for siblings

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    Where Did It Go?

    5–15 min 7 mo–2 yrs Low mess
    • two or three cups
    • a small toy
  • Cabinet Concert: the setup, laid out

    Burn energy

    Cabinet Concert

    5–20 min 8 mo–2 yrs Low mess
    • pans, bowls and trays
    • a wooden spoon
  • What Changed?: the setup, laid out
    Good for siblings

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    What Changed?

    5–15 min 3–10 yrs Low mess

    Nothing to gather

  • Scarf Pull-Through: the setup, laid out

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    Scarf Pull-Through

    5–20 min 8 mo–2 yrs Low mess
    • a cardboard tube or container
    • scarves or fabric strips
  • Endless Pulling Box: the setup, laid out

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    Endless Pulling Box

    5–20 min 7 mo–2 yrs Low mess
    • a box or tub with a small opening
    • scarves or fabric strips
  • Rolling Bottle Chase: the setup, laid out
    5–15 min 6–18 months Low mess
    • a clear plastic bottle
    • rice, beans or pasta
    • strong tape for the lid
  • Tummy-Time Squish Bag: the setup, laid out

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    Tummy-Time Squish Bag

    5–15 min 3–12 months Low mess
    • a gallon zip-top bag
    • clear hair gel
    • duct tape or strong tape
  • Walking Water: the setup, laid out

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    Walking Water

    5–20 min 4–11 yrs Low mess
    • six clear cups
    • food coloring
    • paper towels or coffee filters
    • water
  • Shadow Zoo: the setup, laid out

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    Shadow Zoo

    10–20 min 2–9 yrs Low mess
    • a flashlight
  • Ball Tub: the setup, laid out

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    Ball Tub

    10–20 min 8–20 months Low mess
    • a laundry basket
    • soft balls or rolled socks
  • Bath Cups: the setup, laid out

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    Bath Cups

    10–25 min 8 mo–2 yrs Low mess
    • a shallow bath
    • a few cups
  • Tower Challenge: the setup, laid out

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    Tower Challenge

    10–35 min 2–10 yrs Low mess
    • blocks or bricks
  • Baster Squeeze: the setup, laid out

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    Baster Squeeze

    10–20 min 2–5 yrs Some mess
    • a turkey baster
    • water
    • two bowls or cups
  • Ice Cube Rescue: the setup, laid out

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    Ice Cube Rescue

    10–30 min 2–7 yrs Some mess
    • ice cubes
    • a bowl or tray
  • Sink or Float: the setup, laid out

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    Sink or Float

    10–30 min 2–8 yrs Some mess
    • water
    • a big bowl or tub
  • Sticky Wall: the setup, laid out

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    Sticky Wall

    10–25 min 10 mo–2 yrs Low mess
    • masking tape
  • Toy Memory Tray: the setup, laid out
    Good for siblings

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    Toy Memory Tray

    10–25 min 3–11 yrs Low mess
    • small toys
  • Ball Drop: the setup, laid out

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    Ball Drop

    10–25 min 9 mo–2 yrs Low mess
    • a cardboard tube
    • balls that fit through it

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