Demystifying Child's Play | Play Schemas

About Demystifying Child's Play | Play Schemas

Welcome to Play Makes Sense, the podcast for parents who have ever watched their child play and thought, “Why are they doing that?” I’m Ruth, a Teacher and Mum, and I’m here to help you make sense of the way young children play. From lining things up and carrying everything in sight, to throwing, hiding, spinning and doing the same thing over and over again, your child’s play is telling you something.... And understanding Play Schemas can help tell you what. Each episode, we’ll explore the fascinating world of children’s play, unpack play schemas, and share practical, playful insights to help you understand your child, respond with confidence, and find more joy in the everyday moments. Because when you understand the why behind the play, play makes sense. Get in contact at Email Ruth@Playschemas.com Facebook and Instagram @Play_Schemas Play Makes Sense A podcast by The Play Schemas Collective

Publisher

Ruth Vercoe | Play Schemas and Parenting Tips for Early Childhood

Category

education · kids & family · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Nov 2024

Latest episode

3 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

77 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Jun 2026

   076 What If Your Toddler Isn't Being Difficult?

   Are you constantly wondering why your toddler throws everything, climbs the furniture, dumps out baskets, or repeats the same behaviours over and over again? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful parenting reframes: what if your toddler isn’t being difficult… but developmental? We’re unpacking the world of Play Schemas, the repeated patterns of play and behaviour that help children learn through movement, exploration, repetition, and sensory experiences. From throwing an...

2. 

   28 May 2026

   075 You don't need more play ideas

   Why do so many play ideas work for other children… but not yours? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by sensory activities, toddler play ideas, and endless parenting inspiration online, this episode is for you. In this episode of Demystifying Child’s Play, I explore why the answer isn’t finding more activities, it’s understanding your child’s natural play patterns through play schemas. You’ll learn: What play schemas are and why they matterWhy children repeat behaviours like throwing, lining up, c...

3. 

   20 May 2026

   074 5 Things AI Can’t Take Away From You as a Parent

   AI can write shopping lists, plan meals, and even help manage the mental load of parenting, but there are some things technology will never replace. In this episode of Demystifying Child’s Play, Ruth Vercoe explores the beautifully human parts of parenting that matter most: connection, surprise and delight, play, intuition, and true presence. This episode is a gentle reminder that your child doesn’t need a perfectly optimised parent. They need the real you… the one who laughs, notices, plays,...

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• Shelly
• Hannah Eriksen
• Linda
• Matt
• Sarah

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