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Laundry Basket Boat

Laundry Basket Boat

1–3 years10–20 minSmall spaceTired-friendly

You'll need

Laundry basketBlanket (water)Wooden spoon (oar)

#Steps

1Place laundry basket on a blanket
2Help kid climb in with toys
3Give them a wooden spoon oar
4Gently pull blanket to 'sail'

Why it works

Imaginative play in enclosed spaces feels safe and sparks creativity.

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Use sturdy basket. Don't tip or pull too fast.

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