Creative Play with Everyday Objects
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You don't always need a toy store to spark a child's imagination. Cardboard boxes become castles, toilet rolls transform into telescopes, and a pile of old fabric scraps can become an entire costume collection. Encouraging open-ended, imaginative play with everyday objects develops creativity and problem-solving skills — and it's completely free. The best toy is often the one already in your home.
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