Quick! Take a look around the room. What do you see all over the floor? I bet there is a good chance you responded, "toy cars, buses and trucks!" Children adore toy vehicles. Zooming, beeping, racing, crashing, parking. You name it. Toy cars can be used for all kinds of play: sensory play, learning, pretend play and outdoor time!
You can find a list of activity ideas here to help you discover what level of play your child or the children and families whom you support in early learning environment enjoy doing. Pay attention to what children like (or seem curious about) and follow their lead as long as you are a part of the action, too. Remember, the most important thing is for children to have fun doing this with you! Fun means engagement and that excites children's brains and bodies for meaningful learning to happen.
Simple play actions that encourage children to explore, use their senses, and move their bodies:
Imaginary play that encourages children to make-believe and role-play: