Everyday Play: 101 Play Therapy-inspired Games and Activities for Raising Kind, Confident, and Emotionally Resilient Kids Ages 3-5

Preschoolers are busy learning so many things at once—how to put their feelings into words, make friends, use their imaginations, and try things on their own. These early years set the stage for so much growth, and as parents and caregivers, we want to give our kids the best start we can.This play therapy-inspired activity book was created to help you nurture every part of your child’s development—social, emotional, physical, and creative. Inside, you’ll find activities that focus on:Body Awareness & Personal BoundariesFeelings & EmotionsSelf-Regulation & Calming StrategiesConfidence & Self-EsteemHealthy Habits & RoutinesFriendship & Social SkillsProblem-Solving & Flexible ThinkingChanges & TransitionsImagination & CreativityEach chapter offers a mix of art, music, pretend play, movement, and storytelling activities, complete with step-by-step instructions, gentle conversation starters, practical tips, and printable templates to guide you.My hope in creating this book was to make play therapy principles practical for everyday families. The activities are easy to weave into your day and use materials you likely already have at home. More than anything, they’re about giving you fun, meaningful ways to connect with your child while nurturing the skills and confidence that will grow with them.