How do you entertain a two-year-old?

Having a two-year-old can be a lot like having the cutest companion turn on you at a moment’s notice.

Hand a two-year-old the green cup when they silently asked for red? – you’ll hear about it.

Try and help them brush their teeth? Nope. They’ve got this one. Sucking on the bristles is way more effective.

Or perhaps you have a two-year-old that has decided he no longer needs a nap?! GASP!

So here we are.

A toddler to entertain, and a long day that could use some help.

As a mom of three boys, five and under, I know the circus of managing it all.

The best place to start is by offering YOU encouragement and offering your toddler opportunities to explore his environment in order to help keep the peace.

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What activities are good for a two-year-old?

Here’s what to consider:

Will your two-year-old put the objects into the mouth?
Is it taste safe?
Can my toddler touch the objects?
Is the activity allowing my two-year-old to explore his senses?

Once you answer these preliminary questions you are ready to pick the best activity for you and your little one.

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What can you do with your two-year-old indoors?

Turns out, a lot!

As the weather gets cooler, let’s gear up for indoor play.

Here are my top 20 indoor activities for two-year-olds.

Two-Year-Old Indoor Play

Clothespin Pull – Days with Grey

Drive and Drop – Days with Grey

Breakfast Invitations – Days with Grey

Seeing Two – Toddler Approved

Pick a Color – Days with Grey

Duplo Color Match – Happy Tot Shelf

Size Sorting Box – Busy Toddler

Sticky Pumpkin – Days with Grey

Indoor Painting with Two-Year-Olds – Days with Grey

Move and Learn Shapes – Hands on as We Grow

Oball Push – Busy Toddler

Color Caves – Days with Grey

Snowflake Crafts – No Time for Flashcards

Fly in Your Shapes – Days with Grey

Bears on a Ladder (contains small parts) – Days with Grey

Primary Color Hunt – Days with Grey

Primary Color Match (contains small parts) – Days with Grey

The Best Toys for Two-Year-Olds – Days with Grey

Color Block Sort – Days with Grey, shown below

Two-Year-Old Sensory Play

How do you encourage sensory play with a two-year-old?

I’m so glad you asked!

Let’s begin by learning what a buffer zone is and how to redirect your opinionated toddler back to the sensory bin. Read: How to Introduce Sensory Play

Next, let’s dive into finding your tot the best way to play!