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The Winter Play Fix

Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 4 customer ratings
(4 customer reviews)

$15.00 Original price was: $15.00.$10.00Current price is: $10.00.

28 simple winter play ideas for kids ages 2–6.

The Winter Play Fix is a four-week guide filled with low-prep activities that support early learning through sensory play, creativity, and connection.

✔ 28 winter play invitations
✔ 4 weeks of simple daily activities
✔ Low-prep materials you likely already have at home
✔ Activities supporting fine motor skills, sensory play, and creativity

Created by Desiree Blanchard, founder of Love Bloom & Learn — a play-based learning community trusted by over 500,000 families and educators.

Categories: caregiver guides, Play Ideas, printables, Seasonal Play Fix Tags: early childhood, family connection, hands-on learning, indoor play, low-prep activities, play-based learning, preschool activities, screen-free play, sensory play, simple activities for kids, toddler activities, winter play
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Description

The Winter Play Fix

Simple, Screen-Free Fun for Busy Families

The Winter Play Fix is a four-week guide of winter play activities for kids designed to help families slow down, connect, and learn together.

Winter doesn’t need to feel long, overwhelming, or filled with screens.
Instead, it can be calm, cozy, and playful.

That’s why the Winter Play Fix includes 28 simple, low-prep winter play ideas that support early learning while fitting into real family life.

What These Winter Play Ideas Offer

Each day includes one clear play invitation. Because of this, you don’t need to plan, research, or overthink.

Every activity comes with:
– Step-by-step guidance
– Minimal supplies
– A short explanation of how the play supports your child’s development

Most importantly, there’s no pressure for perfection. The focus stays on connection, not performance.

What’s Inside

Inside the Winter Play Fix, you’ll find:
– 4 full weeks (28 days) of winter-themed play ideas
– Clear sections for each activity, including:
– Goal
– Supplies
– How to Make
– Try This (simple extensions)
– Behind the Play (developmental support)
– One calming image per activity, designed to inspire without overwhelm

The activities support:
– Sensory exploration
– Fine- and gross-motor development
– Language and early literacy
– Emotional regulation
– Creativity and imagination

This guide is designed for children ages 2–6, with easy adaptations for mixed ages.

Why Families Love the Winter Play Fix

Families love this guide because it feels realistic.

For example:
– Supplies are minimal, and most items are already at home or from the dollar store
– There are no prep-heavy activities or complicated instructions
– Play feels calm, cozy, and seasonally intentional

In addition, the guide is flexible. You can follow the full four-week rhythm or simply choose one activity at a time. As a result, play feels doable again.

A Gentle Approach to Play

This isn’t a rigid schedule or formal curriculum.
Instead, it’s a gentle guide that meets families where they are.
Especially during the colder months, when energy feels lower and days feel longer, this guide helps bring play back into daily life—without stress.

Who It’s For

The Winter Play Fix is for:
– Parents who want less screen time and more meaningful play
– Families looking for calm, cozy winter activities
– Educators or caregivers seeking simple, adaptable ideas
– Anyone who believes play should feel joyful, not overwhelming

Format
– Digital download (PDF)
– Ready to print
– For personal use

Created by
Desiree Blanchard, MHK (Child Development)

Founder of Love Bloom & Learn

Looking for more seasonal play ideas?
Explore the Spring Play Fix for simple spring play activities inspired by nature, movement, and hands-on exploration.

This product is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped. Access to the downloadable file is provided immediately upon successful payment.

Due to the nature of digital products and instant access delivery, all sales are final. Refunds, exchanges, or cancellations are not available once the product has been accessed or downloaded.

By completing your purchase, you acknowledge and agree to these terms and confirm that you have reviewed the product details prior to checkout.

If you have any questions about this product before purchasing, please contact us before completing your order.

4 reviews for The Winter Play Fix

  1. Rated 5 out of 5

    Sophia – 2026-01-03

    We love the winter play fix! We were struggling to find things to keep our kids busy in the colder months and so far every activity has been a hit! So many easy to put together activities that keep the kids engaged and occupied! They especially liked the winter story stones. The kids asked to do this one over and over.

  2. Rated 5 out of 5

    Amber – 2026-01-03

    A lifesaver on long winter days. Screen-free, low prep, and my kids ask to do the activities again.

  3. Rated 5 out of 5

    Samantha – 2026-01-03

    So many easy and fun activities that have allowed me to spend more time connecting with my littles through play! The cozy storytime corner is a favorite for us. The kids have already asked to do it again!

  4. Rated 5 out of 5

    Pam (verified owner) – 2026-01-03

    my granddaughter is 3 and her sisters are 15 months, so it will be a while before I try some of the activities. I am going to give my daughter some ideas from the “fix” to do as well.
    it always goes better when I have an activity for her on our play dates. These will help me with ideas for play. I can’t wait for our next date.

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