How To Keep Your Toddler Entertained

Toddlers are fascinating creatures and one thing that makes them so special is their ability to be entertained by the simplest things. Whether you’ve had trouble keeping your little ones attentive or struggling to cheer them up when they’re crying in hysterics, there are plenty of ways your toddler can enjoy play time without the expensive price tag attached. Providing a safe environment where they can run with their imagination and interact with their surroundings is the best thing you can provide for your toddler in the long run. So what certain activities can your toddler do to occupy their time?

Cardboard Box

One of the easiest and cheapest ways to entertain your toddler is to give them a cardboard box to play with. Considering the fact that they’re able to be creative with it can provide hours of entertainment. They can build a house, shop or car using a cardboard box. Also, they’ll have the opportunity to play with their siblings. Give them a bunch of crayons or pencils to work with and the kids can draw little artworks on the cardboard box too. They’ll have a blast!

Simple Wooden Blocks

Easy to clean up after your toddler is done with them for the day, having simple wooden blocks can really channel the inner builder of your little one. They can make towers, farms, houses and whatever else they put their imagination towards. Using “Jenga” blocks can help them construct pieces together, helping them use their motor skills effectively.

A Teddy

A teddy bear is a traditional toy that has been treasured by generations of kids. Providing warmth and comfort to your little ones, a teddy bear can be a cast member for your next puppet show. It can also be a loyal companion for your little one especially through their toughest nights if they’re having trouble sleeping. As opposed to having many toys available to their disposable, a teddy bear is a toy they can treasure for many years to come.

Baby Doll

Isn’t it beautiful to see your toddler nurture their own “baby”? A soft baby doll with minimalistic features is a perfect way to entertain your little one. With many accessories such as a stroller, bottle and baby utilities, your child will have lots of fun taking care of their pretend child. The good thing about owning a pretend doll is that they cannot be easily damaged no matter how many times your child drops it, they will also have plenty of opportunities to do some outfit changes too.

Let them wander around the kitchen

We know that most of you will have child locks in your kitchen but allowing your children to explore the cupboards can help them take a keen interest on utilising the pots and pans. Though they may be loads of noise in the kitchen, your toddler will be filled with excitement as they wander through, opening and closing the cupboard doors. Just be sure to lock any cabinets that have unsafe objects in them. As long as your toddler isn’t close to any breakable items, the kitchen will provide them with easy to clean up fun!

Build a bed fort

Using your bed sheets and building a fort can really entertain your child. The idea of hiding away in a safe place will give your little one the idea that they have somewhere to spend some quiet time napping or reading bedtime stories. It’s also a fun way to spend time with your child by joining the fort with them. This way you can read together, talk together and play with their favourite toys too. A bed fort is a perfect way to relax with your toddler. Some of the best memories are created from there too.

Play at the Park

With swings, slides, and lots of grass to fall back on, playing at the park is another wonderful option for your toddler. We all know how much our little ones love to move about so getting some physical activity while soaking up some Vitamin D will help them love the outdoors just a bit more. Sometimes we need to get out of the house so letting your toddler have some playtime at the local park and interacting with other children can help them appreciate life outside of home.

Let them hang out with a grandparent (or other loved one)

If you’re not up for entertaining your children (we all have those days sometimes), let your grandparents take over caring for your little one and let them plan the day with them. Sometimes children need a change of scenery so spending time with a family member or friend can help form positive relationships. If you want more time to spend on yourself, sending your kids off to daycare a couple of days a week is plenty of time to recharge and tackle more challenges ahead of you.

Entertainment is different for every toddler so whatever choice you make, be sure that they’re happy and productive with their time. With so many options available, your toddler won’t have trouble keeping themselves entertained as long as they enjoy whatever activity they choose to do. While we know that sometimes it’s easier to just hand them our smartphones and iPad to play on, there is no substitute to real-play.