Peep tips and activity ideas for you and your child
Here are links to a few Peep tips and activity ideas for things to do at home. They're all free or low-cost, and easy to fit into day-to-day life, and they'll all help your baby's or child's learning.
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Early steps to reading and writing:
2026 is the National Year of Reading! Whatever your child is interested in, you can be sure there's a book about it! Visit your local library to find out.
> Lots of books for lots of things
> Becoming a reader - looking at books
Social and emotional development:
> Helping babies feel good about themselves
> Understanding and managing behaviour - talking
Talking and listening:
> Making the most of nappy time
> Talking and listening with your baby
> Singing 'Ready and up and down...'

Early maths:
> Sorting and matching at home
Health and physical development:
> Playdough recipe - sensory play and mark making
> See Outdoor play ideas
Other stuff!
> Getting ready to start school
> Blog: Everyday play with free everyday items - a list of ideas!

