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The current Stay-At-Home order due to COVID-19 has meant a major adjustment for most families. Schools are closed and many parents are now working from home. Working from home is already a challenge, let alone trying to do it while also caring for your rambunctious preschooler! Especially when you are also trying to homeschool older children, keep the house clean, and feed everyone three times per day. It is easy for things to quickly feel overwhelming!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together a list of 7 tips and tricks for keeping your preschooler entertained at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Flexible Schedule<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Children thrive on routine and structure, especially preschoolers. Unfortunately, there isn\u2019t much of that to go around recently. But that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t implement some! Your best chance for keeping your preschooler entertained at home is sticking to a flexible schedule. You don\u2019t have to schedule out every moment or adhere to it strictly. Simply designate certain blocks of time for certain activities, and stick to it best you can. It will keep your preschooler busy and will also allow you to be productive as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Prioritize Naptime<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Hopefully, your preschooler still naps during the day. We all know what life can be like when a 3-year-old doesn\u2019t get their much-needed nap! When it comes to scheduling and planning out the day, make sure to prioritize naptime. Proper rest means better focus and fewer meltdowns. It also means that mom and dad get a break to focus on a specific task or get rest themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Get Outside<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Another important thing to implement at home each day is time in nature. Preschoolers have a ton of energy and need an outlet for that energy. Plus, time spent in nature has a positive impact on attitude and perspective. Even a ten-minute walk can change everyone\u2019s attitude for the rest of the day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        1. Independent Playtime <\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          It is both important and helpful for preschoolers to have independent playtime. This doesn\u2019t mean unsupervised time, it simply means a time when they are playing independently from you. They need this time for their development and you need the time to accomplish other things. Encourage them to sit on the living room floor with a bucket of blocks and create while you do the dishes or reply to emails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          1. Crafts<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Get creative and do some crafts! They don\u2019t have to be complicated or extensive. Preschoolers love doing crafts of any kind. If you have trouble coming up with ideas, search \u201ccrafts for preschoolers\u201d on Pinterest<\/a>, and you\u2019ll have enough to keep you occupied for years to come. Use what you have on hand and create something new together. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

            1. Screen Time<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Are you surprised to see this one? Screen time gets a bad reputation. But the truth is, screen time can be used as a helpful tool. This doesn\u2019t mean hours on end of Disney+, it just means it\u2019s okay to let them watch a couple of episodes of their favorite show. The trick is that you are in control as the parent. Use it when you need it, and use it to your advantage. Kids can even earn screen time by completing chores and following rules. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

              1. Deep Breaths<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                Even if you do everything right, something is bound to go wrong. Preschoolers have tantrums and meltdowns from time to time even in the best of circumstances. We are living in unprecedented times and it affects each one of us. When things get stressful and overwhelming, step away and take some deep breaths. Remind yourself that you are doing the best you can and so are they. Use it as a moment to reset and adjust. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Let them see you do this as well! Preschoolers need to witness and observe how to handle overwhelming emotions. Even when you lose your cool and have to apologize later. It\u2019s a great teaching moment and learning experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                We hope that one of these tips can help to ease the tension at home. We know things are a little more manageable at home when you have a happy and occupied preschooler. Remember to have patience for yourself and them. Staying home isn\u2019t the easiest choice, but it is the safest!
                You can read our other articles                 here<\/a> for more helpful content while navigating life at home with a preschooler.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                The current Stay-At-Home order due to COVID-19 has meant a major adjustment for most families. Schools are closed and many parents are now working from home. Working from home is already a challenge, let alone trying to do it while also caring for your rambunctious preschooler! Especially when you are also trying to homeschool older…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":1794,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[26,18],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n7 Tips For Keeping Your Preschooler Occupied at Home - Connection Point Early Learning Center<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for ways to keep your child on a schedule during quarantine? 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