Ideas for grown-ups
Honest, practical help for parents of 2–6 year olds: screen time, learning at home, safe apps and travel.
A simple 15-minute learning routine for home
A gentle 15-minute daily routine for children aged 2 to 6: sing, move, talk, count and read, using things you already have at home.
Read the article →Body safety: how to talk with young children, calmly
A calm, age-appropriate guide to teaching young children body safety: correct names, private parts, secrets, saying no and trusted adults.
Read the article →Brushing teeth without a daily fight
Why small children refuse the toothbrush and how to make brushing calm and routine, with games, songs, choices and tips on sweets and visiting a dentist.
Read the article →Calm-down breathing that small children can really do
Four playful breathing games for ages 2 to 6 that help a child settle when upset, with tips on when to teach them and what to do when they refuse.
Read the article →Does screen time affect speech? What parents should know
What parents can know about screens and early speech: why talking with people matters most, what the guidelines say, and when to see a doctor.
Read the article →Ending screen time without tears
Why switching off the screen leads to meltdowns, and a calm routine with warnings, a clear ending and a next activity that makes stopping easier.
Read the article →Everyday maths in the kitchen
Easy kitchen activities that teach young children counting, sorting, sharing, measuring and patterns, with safety tips for little helpers.
Read the article →Festivals as learning time: colours, counting and kindness
Turn Diwali, Holi, Eid, Christmas, Onam and other festivals into easy learning moments for ages 2 to 6: colours, counting, stories, kindness and safety.
Read the article →First days at playschool: what to do when your child cries at the gate
Tears at the school gate are normal. Calm, practical steps for before, during and after drop-off, and when to speak to the teacher.
Read the article →Grandparents as first teachers: stories, songs and everyday words
How Dadi, Dada, Nani and Nana can help children learn through stories, songs, games and daily chores, plus tips for working with them kindly and safely.
Read the article →Handwashing for small children: making it a habit
Simple handwashing steps for ages 2 to 6, when to wash, and fun ways such as songs and games to make it a daily habit without nagging.
Read the article →Healthy tiffin ideas small children will really eat
Easy, colourful tiffin ideas for Nursery to UKG children, with tips to keep food fresh, avoid wastage and let children help pack their own box.
Read the article →Helping small children name their feelings
Children who can say "I am angry" are less likely to kick or scream. Easy everyday ways to teach feeling words to children aged 2 to 6.
Read the article →How to choose a playschool: what really matters on a visit
A parent's guide to visiting playschools: what to look for in the teachers, the rooms, the day's routine and the answers to ask for.
Read the article →How to tell whether an app is really educational: four questions
Many apps say "educational" on the label. Four simple questions any parent can ask in five minutes to judge whether a children's app is worth your child's time.
Read the article →Is my child ready for school? A gentle checklist for Nursery and LKG
A calm, no-pressure checklist of everyday skills that help children settle into Nursery and LKG, and why there is a wide range of normal.
Read the article →LKG admission interview: what schools ask, and how to prepare without pressure
What schools usually look for in an LKG interaction, and gentle ways to prepare your child at home without drilling, cramming or tension.
Read the article →Pencil grip and first writing: what comes before the pencil
Why strong hands and shoulders come before writing, and playful activities that prepare children aged 2 to 6 for holding a pencil.
Read the article →Phonics at home: starting with first sounds
What phonics is and how to begin at home with the first sound in words, using listening games, rhymes and objects, with no flashcards needed.
Read the article →Playgroup, Nursery, LKG, UKG: what children learn in each class
A simple guide to the early classes in India: roughly what children do in Playgroup, Nursery, LKG and UKG, and why every school differs.
Read the article →Please, thank you and namaste: teaching manners gently
How to teach small children polite words and greetings, from namaste to thank you, through example, play and patience rather than nagging or forcing.
Read the article →Preparing your child for a new baby in the family
How to tell a young child about a new baby, simple ways to prepare, and how to help your older child feel loved, important and secure afterwards.
Read the article →Rainy day at home: monsoon activities with no screen
Easy, low-cost monsoon activities for ages 2 to 6 using things at home: paper boats, indoor games, sensory play, rain songs and safe puddle fun.
Read the article →Raising a child in Hindi and English without confusion
Will two languages confuse my child? A calm look at raising children in Hindi and English, with simple, practical habits for everyday life.
Read the article →Reading aloud to toddlers: how to begin, even if they won't sit still
Practical ways to read aloud to wriggly toddlers: short books, picture talk, voices, routines and tips for children who won't sit still.
Read the article →Road safety for small children: holding hands and first rules
Simple road safety rules for ages 2 to 6 in Indian streets: holding hands, stopping at the kerb, parked cars, seat belts and child seats, and games to practise.
Read the article →Screens at mealtimes: how to stop without daily battles
Why a phone or TV at meals is tempting, why it is worth stopping, and a gentle step-by-step plan to make mealtimes screen-free for ages 2 to 6.
Read the article →Shapes and colours: easy games around the house
Simple games to teach shapes and colours to children aged 2 to 5 using things at home: hunts, sorting, cooking and rangoli, no flashcards needed.
Read the article →Sharing and taking turns: what to expect at each age
Why toddlers say "mine!", what is realistic at ages 2 to 6, and simple games and phrases that teach sharing and turn-taking without forcing it.
Read the article →Teaching counting from 1 to 10 with everyday things
Playful ways to teach counting 1 to 10 at home using rotis, stairs, shoes and fingers, and what 'real' counting means for small children.
Read the article →Teaching Hindi letters at home: अ, आ, इ and beyond
Simple, playful ways to teach the Hindi varnamala at home to children aged 3 to 6: sounds first, objects, songs, tracing, and no rote pressure.
Read the article →Teaching your child to write their name, step by step
Gentle steps for helping children aged 3 to 6 write their own name: recognise it, build hand strength, trace, then write, with no pressure.
Read the article →The power of "not yet": helping children keep trying
How the small word "yet" helps children handle frustration, plus practical ways to praise effort, handle quitting and keep learning fun for ages 2 to 6.
Read the article →What India's NCF for the Foundational Stage means for parents
A plain-language look at India's National Curriculum Framework for the Foundational Stage (NCF-FS) and what play-based learning looks like at home.
Read the article →Why free play matters, and how much is enough
What free play is, why it matters for children aged 2 to 6, how to make space for it in a busy day, and what the WHO says about active play for under-5s.
Read the article →Why nursery rhymes matter so much for language
How rhymes, songs and finger plays help young children hear sounds, learn words and bond with you, and how to use them in daily life.
Read the article →Why songs with actions help children learn words
How songs, rhythm and actions help young children remember words and numbers, with easy action songs to sing at home in Hindi and English.
Read the article →Why watching together helps, and how to do it in a busy day
Why co-viewing helps young children get more from screens, and realistic ways to watch together even when you are cooking, working or tired.
Read the article →25 easy indoor activities for toddlers and preschoolers (with things you already have)
Rainy day or too hot to go out? 25 simple indoor activities for 2–5 year olds using household items: movement, pretend play, making, learning and calm.
Read the article →Ad-free learning videos for kids: why it matters and what to look for
Why advertising is a problem for children under 6, and a parent's checklist for choosing safe, ad-free learning videos and apps.
Read the article →Custom learning videos for your child: how "Your own series" works
In Child Runway you can ask our team for a short video series made just for your family. Asking is free. Here's how it works and what we can make.
Read the article →How much sleep does my child need? Sleep by age, and bedtime routines that work
How many hours of sleep children aged 1–12 need (including naps), signs of too little sleep, and a simple bedtime routine for toddlers and preschoolers.
Read the article →How to lock your phone so your child can't leave an app (Android and iPhone)
Step by step: App pinning on Android and Guided Access on iPhone and iPad, so a toddler can watch or play without opening your messages or settings.
Read the article →Offline videos for kids on flights and long journeys: a parent's checklist
How to prepare a phone or tablet for a flight, train or road trip: downloads, storage, headphones, battery, and a lock so little fingers stay put.
Read the article →Picky eating in toddlers: what's normal, and 10 low-stress tips
Picky eating is common between ages 2 and 5. Why it happens, the 'division of responsibility', and simple tips for calmer family meals.
Read the article →Potty training: signs your child is ready, and a calm step-by-step plan
Many children show readiness for potty training between 18 and 24 months, and most train between 2 and 3. Signs to look for and a gentle plan.
Read the article →Screen time for toddlers and preschoolers: what the guidelines actually say (ages 2–6)
What the WHO and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend for children aged 2–6, and simple ways to make the screen time you allow calmer and better.
Read the article →Teaching letters at home: simple, playful ideas for 3–5 year olds
Easy, pressure-free ways to help your preschooler learn letter names and sounds through play, songs, stories and everyday moments.
Read the article →Toddler tantrums: why they happen and what actually helps
Tantrums are a normal part of being 1 to 4 years old. Why they happen, how to stay calm in the moment, and simple ways to have fewer of them.
Read the article →When should my child start talking? Speech milestones from 18 months to 5 years
The CDC's language milestones from 18 months to 5 years, everyday ways to boost talking, and when to ask your doctor about a speech delay.
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