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We all know playing outdoors is essential for our mental health, for child’s development and for the connection between ourselves and the world. There are so many places we can visit to create memories together when going on family adventures, and the beach is our favourite!Read now
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Dinosaurs are Roarsome!
Messy play, outdoor fun and sensory art with your little dinosaurs. Send us photos / tag discovery playtime on social media if you try any of these!Read now -
Mind Your Earth
We tend to think our Earth is someone else's planet so we don't need to look after it but it's nearly too late for that!! We have to take action right now! As a toy shop, we can do so much or we can do so little, but we try our best. We do sell plastic toys because they're...Read now -
Outdoor Play: Games, Learning and Resources
Read nowOutdoor play is a necessity. Every single child needs to play outside every single day whenever possible, even if it’s just for 5 minutes! Outdoor play offers endless benefits that will help children develop necessary skills, connect with the world,...
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6 Things Every Parent Should Remember
Read nowBecoming a mum doesn’t come with instructions, and this is positive and negative at the same time. It is hard, because we need to constantly figure out how to do things, make important decisions, and learn about our kids. But...
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Early Childhood Education: 10 Tips for Supporting Your Child's Learning through Play-Based Activities
Read nowHow to Help Your Child Learn While Having Fun We are so busy and often see play as the way to keep our kids busy while we do all the things that need to get done (laundry, cooking, working, etc.)....
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5 Tips for Creating an Effective Children’s Play Space
Read nowTips from a Play Expert, By Catherine Guilfoyle. Catherine is a mum of 3 (which automatically turns you into a play expert!). She is passionate about play and learns so much from observing her children and following their interests. She...
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Our Top 10 Gift Guide for 3 Year Olds
Read nowDiscovery Playtime gift guide for children from 3 years is here! You will find here our favourite toys to support your child’s development. When you are choosing a toy, you can ask yourself: do I just want my child to...
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Science and Curriculum: The Scientific Method
Read nowWhat is Science? Science is the understanding of the physical world, and it can only be explained through observation and exploration. Everything we know about science has been explored, observed, analysed and understood seeing that it repeats always giving the...
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Painting with a Baby or a Toddler
Painting with a baby or a toddler is the perfect way to play with your kids! All you need is some paint and paper, some tips and you'll have an afternoon of fun.Read now -
Visit to Sligo Children Community Garden
Read nowI drove into a garden. I had no expectations, no idea what I would find. Traveling without expectations is great because you won’t be disappointed, you can only be amazed! As I turned around the corner, the space opened up and...
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How to set up an engaging tuff tray in 4 steps
Read nowOur simple play challenge last year was for you to create something related to AUTUMN and help you rediscover your own creativity. This year I want you to feel comfortable, confident and empowered when setting up activities for your kids....