Importance of PLAY + Toy Rotation

As you know I am a huge fan of Reggio Emilia approach and letting my children explore the world around them. I am a true believer in toy rotation. The more you switch the toys in and out of the playroom the better. You don't want to give your children the exact same toys over and over again for months where your child feels bored and they've learnt the skill of the toy. Putting out new toys monthly is a big game changer. I am not saying you have to go out every month to buy new toys, but switching them up is great! You also don't have to switch them up all up at once, but I would do one or two different toys at a time. Your children doesn't need expensive toys either. I find the more loose parts the better. I once filled up all different baskets of sticks, popsicle sticks, rocks, and wooden shapes inside different baskets. This kept Capri busy and playing for hours. She started to create something with just using the simplest toys. Another great way to get your children more involved and excited in their play room is how you present the toys. I find baskets are the best way to display your toys. For example, you keep your toys in a box that it comes with and over time the box starts to loose its shape and loose its colour, and fades. It isn't presentable and your child may not know whats inside the box and may have a hard time to open it. Having the toys easy, and presentable is key!

I also like to add natural plants to their area, along with photos of them so they can feel a sense of belonging into their playroom.

I have all of William's toys at the bottom of the shelf so it is easy for him to access them. I also do have a play matt that the children play on, and use in this area! Right now I have some gross motor activities out for Capri so the matt has been put away.

If you have any questions on play + toy rotation you can always give me a quick e-mail or message and I would love to help you out!!