Role Play Toys
Maileg Miniature Bathtub
Tender Leaf Play Pay Pack
Wooden Doll House Family Figures
Sebra Wooden Dolls for Dolls House Family with Pets
Sebra Wooden Play Food Set - Meat & Fish
Tender Leaf Garden Wheelbarrow Wooden Toy Set
Tender Leaf Veggie Basket Wooden Play Food
Le Toy Van Honeybee Market - Tool Box
Tender Leaf Stacking Coral Reef
Le Toy Van Role Play Honeybake Shop & Cafe
Maileg Miniature Fridge - Off White
Le Toy Van Daisylane Master Bedroom
Maileg Matchbox Mouse - Big Sister Mouse in Box
Janod Wooden Toys Breakfast Set
Liewood Johanna Christmas Doll - Golden Caramel
Green Hills View Wooden Toy Set
Tender Leaf Mountain Pass Stack Toy Set
Maileg Miniature Washing Machine
Wooden Sound Phone Toy With Removable Silicon Cover
Tender Leaf Wooden Rabbit Toys Hutch - Pet Set
Wooden Ice Cream Stand Toy With Toppings
Le Toy Van Wooden Dolls Living Room Furniture set
Bay Tree Large Wooden Dolls House
Maileg Miniature Kitchen Play Set
Le Toy Van Mayberry Manor Doll House
Sebra Wooden Veggies Set - Toy Food
Sebra Wooden Fruit Toys Set
Liewood Playhouse Furniture Set
Liewood Dolls House Bedroom Furniture
Liewood Lisa Playfood 5 Pack - Vegetables
Liewood Luigi Tool Set Blue Multi Mix - 9 Piece
Maileg Miniature Bathroom Sink
Maileg Dining Table Set with 2 Chairs
Le Toy Van Dolly Ice Cream Van
Tender Leaf Bird's Nest Cafe - The Bird Cafe
Moover Wooden Dolls Pram - Grey
Wooden Doll Pram for Toddlers - Light Pink
Janod Magnetic Book - Space 52 Magnets
Janod Ratatouille Set - Wooden Kitchen Accessories
Janod 2-in-1 Large Play Kitchen & Toy Washing Machine
3 Tier Wooden Toy Cake Stand
Wooden Pizza Toy With Toppings & Cutter
Wooden Blue Dolls House - Sky Theme
Maileg Twin Baby Mice In a Matchbox
Maileg Tea & Biscuits for Two
All Small Smart toys come with their own unique set of features, so your child can explore different ways to play. They can learn about new things like numbers, shapes, and colours, or they can just have fun acting out their dream scenarios through role-play! From being a chef to having a phone, our range of role-play toys will help bring your child’s dreams to life!
What are imaginative role play toys?
Imaginative role play is a fun, creative activity that helps children learn about themselves and the world around them. It allows them to experiment with different personalities and explore new situations.
Role-playing can help children develop important life skills such as communication, problem-solving, and empathy. It can also boost their self-confidence and help them learn to trust their own instincts.
At what age do children roleplay?
Most children engage in some form of pretend play, or role-playing, by the time they are 3 years old. However, the age at which children first engage in this type of playing can vary widely. Some kids may start engaging in pretence and role-playing games as early as 18 months old, while others may not start until they are 3 or 4 years old.
Pretend play gives children a way to practise and try out different roles, emotions, and behaviours. It helps them to develop social skills, learn how to cooperate with others and gain a better understanding of the world around them. Through pretend play, children can also develop their creativity and imagination.
How can I enrich my child’s imaginative playtime?
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Join in! You may be able to come up with new and exciting elements of the role play that your child maybe hasn’t thought of.
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Encourage creativity and do not limit their imagination. Role-play scenarios don’t necessarily have to represent real life like-for-like.
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Let them lead. Allow your little ones to use their imagination and let their creativity flow freely.
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Nudge. If your child is struggling to progress in their role play, feel free to give them a little direction or present new ideas within their existing scenario.
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Use questions sparingly – don’t pick apart their role play but try and help them understand their own ideas better and explore them further.
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Help their ideas come to life by providing costumes and props.
Is pretend play important?
Yes, pretend play is important. It helps children learn how to interact with others, think imaginatively, and problem-solve. In addition, pretend play can help children develop a better understanding of the world around them. For example, by pretending to be a doctor or nurse, a child can learn about the roles and responsibilities of those professions. Or by pretending to be a parent, a child can learn about the responsibilities of being a carer.
At what age does imaginary play stop?
Imaginary play is a critical part of early childhood development, and it doesn't stop when children reach a certain age. In fact, adults often do it less often than children, but that doesn't mean it's no longer valuable. Imaginary play helps children learn to explore their world, imagine different scenarios, and think creatively. It also helps them develop social skills as they interact with their imaginary friends or characters.
How do I encourage my 2-year-old to play imaginatively?
Imaginative play is an important part of childhood development, as it helps promote creativity, cognitive skills, and social-emotional growth.
There are a few things you can do to encourage your 2-year-old to engage in more imaginative play:
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Set aside time for free play: Give your child some unstructured time each day to explore and play freely. This will help them develop their own ideas and learn to use their imagination.
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Encourage role-playing games: Games like pretend tea parties or dress-ups can be great ways to get your child to use their imagination. You can also join in on the fun and act out a character alongside them!
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Stimulate the imagination with books and music. Reading stories together or listening to music can be a great way to fire up your child's imagination.