Simple early years ideas for everyday play

Who's FloPo for?

Clear guidance for purposeful play, at home or in your setting.

Who can use FloPo?

Childminders, nursery practitioners, nannies and parents supporting children aged 0–4. Find ideas you can adapt to your children and your space.

What will I find inside?

Ready-to-use activity guides with materials, clear steps and safety considerations. Find EYFS links explained in plain English for everyday play.

How does it help me?

Spend less time planning from scratch. Find guidance on what to set up, how to support each activity and what to notice as the children in your care play.

Can I make it my own?

Adapt the setup, materials and adult role to suit different ages, interests and ways of learning. Make each activity work for the children you support.

Activities

Get a feel for FloPo with a handpicked selection of free activities for babies, toddlers and preschool children. Explore our clear, easy-to-follow guidance, then unlock the full library of activities with a FloPo subscription.
0-12m
Free
Sensory Play
Communication and Language
Posting and pulling coloured scarves through a decorated tissue box for babies and toddlers
3yrs
Free
Sensory Play
Colours
Create a multi-sensory colour wheel collage using textured materials in small groups or independently
4yrs
Free
Communication and Language
Mathematics
Matching Arctic animal pairs using family figures and simple picture cards
3yrs
Free
Winter
Water/sand tray
Creating a snowstorm in a jar using baby oil, white paint and an effervescent tablet

Activities

Find calm, clear activity guidance for babies, toddlers and preschool children, with practical support for planning, observing and adapting play.
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0-12m
Sensory Play
Communication and Language
Visually tracking and reaching for floating bubbles with calming music for babies
12-24m
Communication and Language
Indoor baby obstacle course using cushions and low climbing points for early crawlers
12-24m
Communication and Language
Exploring pitch and volume with a kitchen music band using pots, pans and wooden spoons
12-24m
Music and movement
Communication and Language
Repetitive spring song time with a small basket of simple props for actions and early communication
0-12m
Sensory Play
Communication and Language
Reaching and grasping spring textures on a sensory hoop during tummy time (0–12 months)
0-12m
Sensory Play
Tummy Time
Spring outdoor tummy time on a blanket with simple sensory objects (0–12 months)
0-12m
Sensory Play
Exploring textures and temperatures with a simple treasure basket for babies
0-12m
Communication and Language
Face-to-face repetitive song time with simple songs for babies and toddlers
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