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Toy Washing Station

Age2–5 years
Time15–30 min
MessSome mess
EnergyLow energy
SettingIndoor
Toy Washing Station

You'll need

  • Bin of soapy water
  • Dirty plastic toys
  • Towel for drying
  • Sponge or brush

Steps

  1. 1Fill bin with warm soapy water
  2. 2Add dirty bath toys or plastic toys
  3. 3Let them scrub and wash
  4. 4Dry on towel

Why this works

Water play combines with purposeful activity for engaged calm.

Try also

  • Set up a car wash theme
  • Wash play kitchen dishes
  • Time how fast they can wash all toys

Supervise water. Only use water-safe toys.

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