Five minutes peace

010 - Create your own Toddler Busy Book and keep them off the screens!

Hello and welcome back to Five Minutes Peace, the podcast where we explore everything related to screen time and parenting kids who want screens all day! In today's episode, we're going to talk about a fun and creative way to keep your toddler engaged and away from screens - creating a busy book! If you're unfamiliar with a busy book, it's a handmade book filled with different activities and interactive pages to keep your toddler's hands and mind busy. So, whether you're looking for a fun weekend project or a way to keep your little one entertained during long car rides, this episode is for you! Let's dive in! Link to the full article here ==> Create your own toddler busy book – step-by-step tutorial [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/create-toddler-busy-book-tutorial/] Check out the video on how to create the Busy Book here ==>   https://youtu.be/AB3qdZwBRq0 [https://youtu.be/AB3qdZwBRq0] Some links to check out are: Main website - 365daysofnoscreens.com [https://365daysofnoscreens.com] A little more info about the host, Leyla, here. [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/start-here/] Download your free Screen-free Activity Calendar here [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/signup] More activities here ==> SHOP [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/shop] Join our private Facebook community here! ==> 'No-Screeners' Tribe [https://www.facebook.com/groups/101NoScreenWays]

Episode 009 - The best subscription boxes in the UK

Welcome back to Five Minutes Peace! In today's episode, we're going to discuss the best subscription boxes in the UK that can help you get your kids off screens in such a fun way. With so many options out there, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for your child. So, I've done the research and compiled a list of the top subscription boxes that are both educational and fun for kids.  Stick around to learn more! Link to the full 42 best subscription boxes in the UK here ==> 42 of the best – kids subscription box UK [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/kids-subscription-box-uk-kids/] Article on the amazing Institute of Imagination here ==> DEMYSTIFY CODE AT THE INSTITUTE OF IMAGINATION’S FIRST EVER ‘LAB LIVE – RECODE’ EXHIBITION [https://www.motherhooddiaries.com/imagination-lab-recode-exhibition/] Some links to check out are: Main website - 365daysofnoscreens.com [https://365daysofnoscreens.com] A little more info about the host, Leyla, here. [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/start-here/] Download your free Screen-free Activity Calendar here [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/signup] More activities here ==> SHOP [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/shop] Join our private Facebook community here! ==> 'No-Screeners' Tribe [https://www.facebook.com/groups/101NoScreenWays]

Episode 008 - How developing fine motor skills can get kids off the screens

Welcome to the 8th episode of Five Minutes Peace! In today's episode, we'll be discussing the critical role that fine motor skills play in our children's lives and how they can help kids spend less time on screens.  As we navigate an increasingly digital world, it's essential to cultivate these skills, which not only benefit our kids' physical and cognitive development but also offer various benefits for their mental health and wellbeing.  So sit back, relax, grab a cuppa, and join me as we dive into the importance of fine motor skills and how they can help get kids off the screens! Link to the article on fine motor development for preschoolers here ==> Why fine motor activities for preschoolers aids development [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/fine-motor-activities-for-preschoolers/] Link to my dinosaur dot-to-dot book which will help your child build their fine motor skills ==> The Ultimate Dot-to-Dot Dinosaur Colouring Book for Kids [https://geni.us/CEwqOnP] Some links to check out are: Main website - 365daysofnoscreens.com [https://365daysofnoscreens.com] A little more info about the host, Leyla, here. [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/start-here/] Download your free Screen-free Activity Calendar here [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/signup] More activities here ==> SHOP [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/shop] Join our private Facebook community here! ==> 'No-Screeners' Tribe [https://www.facebook.com/groups/101NoScreenWays]

Episode 007 - Screen-free activities to try out in May - 365daysofnoscreens.com

Hello and welcome back to Five Minutes Peace! In this episode, we'll be diving into some fun and exciting May activities that you can enjoy with your entire family. As the weather warms up and flowers start to bloom, there are countless ways to spend quality time and make lasting memories. So, whether you're looking for outdoor adventures or indoor crafts, stick around as we explore some of the best things to do this month. Let's get started! Article on the benefits of outdoor games all year around can be found here ==> CLICK HERE [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/benefits-of-outdoor-games-for-kids/] Some links to check out are: Main website - 365daysofnoscreens.com [https://365daysofnoscreens.com] A little more info about the host, Leyla, here. [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/start-here/] Download your free Screen-free Activity Calendar here [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/signup] More activities here ==> SHOP [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/shop] Join our private Facebook community here! ==> 'No-Screeners' Tribe [https://www.facebook.com/groups/101NoScreenWays]

Episode 006 - The toys and tools I swear by to get your kids off the screens - 365daysofnoscreens.com

Hello everyone and welcome back to the sixth episode of Five Minutes Peace! Today, we're going to talk about something that's on every parent's mind: screen time. With so many digital distractions in our daily lives, it's challenging to keep our kids engaged and entertained without relying on electronic devices. But don't worry, I've got you covered. In this episode, we're going to discuss some of the best tools and toys that can help keep your kids off screens and engaged in stimulating activities. Whether you're looking for educational toys, hands-on activities, or just fun distractions for your little ones, we've got some great ideas to share with you. So, grab a cup of tea, sit back and enjoy the next five minutes of peace, as we explore the world of screen-free playtime. Let's get started! Link to the full article here ==> Toys and tools to get your kids off the screens [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/toys-that-keep-kids-busy-away-from-screens/] Link to Toddler Busy Book Template ==> Toddler Preschool Editable CANVA Template Toddler Busy Book [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/product/toddler-preschool-editable-canva-template-toddler-busy-book/] You must get this awesome Werewolf game - it's so much fun! (Aff link) ==> Buy from Amazon here [https://geni.us/jGQkBsx] Stoie’s Musical Instrument Set for Toddler and Preschool Kids  (Aff link) ==> Buy from Amazon here* [https://geni.us/musicalset] The benefits of your child learning to play an instrument ==> Click here for the article [https://www.motherhooddiaries.com/the-benefits-of-your-child-learning-to-play-an-instrument/] Some links to check out are: Main website - 365daysofnoscreens.com [https://365daysofnoscreens.com] A little more info about the host, Leyla, here. [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/start-here/] Download your free Screen-free Activity Calendar here [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/signup] More activities here ==> SHOP [https://365daysofnoscreens.com/shop] Join our private Facebook community here! ==> 'No-Screeners' Tribe [https://www.facebook.com/groups/101NoScreenWays]