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Screen-Free Activities That Actually Keep Preschoolers Busy
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items I take my role as an auntie very seriously and I spend a few quality hours every week with my nephews — so I’ve had to find things that actually keep them entertained without relying on screens.
These are my go-to screen-free activities that work ev...
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Calm, Screen-Free Storytime
Hands-On Activities That Keep Little Hands Busy
Engaging toys
Calm, Screen-Free Storytime
Tonies 2 have been one of the best purchases for screen free entertainment! Other than stories, Tonies paw patrol game, Yoga Llama, doggyland(by Snoop Dog) are some we've tried and loved!
Tonieplay – Interactive Learning & Play Without Screens - Tonies
This makes storytime feel like a magical event instead of a struggle. You just dim the lights and it instantly grabs their attention — perfect for evenings when you want something calm without screens. It also has that nostalgic feel which makes it e...
Story Dream Machine™ Little Golden Book Starter Pack
Comic books are our current obsession (I am quite excited for the next issue to come out myself) and The Lion King one is my nephews' absolute favourite. We also collect Stitch and Ducktales!
The Lion King #1 - Dynamite Entertainment
Hands-On Activities That Keep Little Hands Busy
Basic wooden building blocks are an all-time favourite in our house and definitely the least frustrating option compared to other building sets. We tend to specialise in building car parks(yes, cars are a big theme), furniture pieces and the occasion...
100 Wooden Blocks - Melissa & Doug
This is one of those activities that is always a good idea. They get completely absorbed in it and this set comes upwith so much to do! A great lower-cost alternative to the big brands, and it’s held up really well with regular use.
Aprilwolf 59 PCS 3-in-1 Dough Sets for Kids
A water painting book with baby animals! Really cute, a lot of animals to paint again and again with zero mess! Worth noting is that you need to wait for the pages to dry (we usually wedge them with little objects as we cannot wait!). Great for build...
Woof and Meow - Baby Animals|Hardcover - Barnes & Noble
Who doesn't love a good old sticker book? Keeps them entertained even independently, reausable and mess free and easy to store & carry around!
Reusable Sticker Book - Amazon.com
Engaging toys
One of their all-time favourites and something they’ll play with again and again. It keeps them occupied for long stretches, rearranging the cars and sliding them down, and I love that it doubles as storage — for all these hot wheels everywhere!
Hot Wheels City Mega Garage Playset with Elevator
4 puzzles in 1, increasing in difficulty. Easy to separate as all have different colours at the back and great for building focus and patience!
Lion King Jigsaws & Puzzles - Toys & Games
Building forts is my auntie superpower and is a very often requested service. This kit has made building a bit easier and more accessible for the kids too! Fair warning - you will be invited to squeeze in the fort yourself : )
Fort Building Kit for Kids, STEM Toys