There are so many lovely activities that you can do with babies, toddlers and young children to help support problem-solving skills through play. The activities that you are looking for to help with this skill are any that require them to analyse a situation and find a solution themselves.
Here are two, play-based activities that encourage problem-solving skills:
BISCUIT CONSTRUCTION SITE
Suitable for: toddlers and pre-schoolers
Have fun creating the yummiest of building sites together, complete with biscuit bricks and chocolate cement! This is a brilliant sensory play activity that is great for hand-eye co-ordination and problem-solving skills.
(As with all food-based activities, ensure that any relevant allergens are avoided and children are supervised when eating.)
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