Gift Ideas for Children Under 5's

Get ready for a weekend filled with fun and learning!
Explore the Green Bean Collection and discover exciting new ways to play and learn.

Green Bean, a beloved character from the Green Bean Collection created by Anita Frost, is a cherished companion for children from birth through primary school. Through play, Green Bean fosters learning, social-emotional development, and healthy, sustainable living.

Soft Toy | Green Bean™

£8.99

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Soft Toy | Beckett The Bee™

£24.99

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Green Bean's Garden

£14.99

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**Child-Led Play Makes a Peaceful Day**

Child-led play offers numerous benefits, notably in developing problem-solving skills. It's a child's first experience with decision-making and lays the foundation for future education and work. Play empowers children to lead, experiment, make mistakes, and learn from them. Constant adult control hinders children's ability to practice independent decision-making.

Child-led play, where children have full control over their play's direction and outcome, is crucial for boosting confidence, creativity, and innovation.

Incorporate at least 15 minutes of child-led play into your daily routine, and you'll likely notice a significant improvement in the child's positive behavior throughout the day. Consistency is key. Inform the child a few minutes beforehand, e.g., "When the timer goes off, it's our time to play."

For babies up to 18 months old, offer three toys and let them choose which one to play with.

For children 18 months and older, use a timer or designate a specific time for child-led play, such as after tea.

Baby Bean 0 to 24M

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Preschool Bean 2 to 5Y

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Jumping Bean 5 to 7Y

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Children's Toys

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Children's Books

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Children's Magazines

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