Demystifying Child's Play | Play Schemas
Kia ora, Hello! I’m Ruth Vercoe, a teacher-turned-mum, here on a mission to demystify Child’s Play through understanding play schemas.
If you’ve ever found yourself asking, 'Why is my child doing that?'—whether it’s throwing their soft toys, hiding stones around the house, or lining up their crayons —then you’re in the right place, and certainly not alone.
Here, we’ll explore the magic of play through the lens of play schemas—those hidden repeated patterns in your child’s behaviour that hold the key to unlocking more meaningful play and connection.
Join me each week as we dive into playful insights that will help you bring more joy, connection and understanding into your parenting journey.
Get in contact at
Email Ruth@Playschemas.com
Facebook and Instagram @Play_Schemas
Episodes
061 Play Schema Series - Transformation 101
060 Play Schema Series - Disconnection 101
059 Play Schema Series - Connection 101
058 Tired of “New Year, New Me”? Try a Family Preset Instead
057 How Play Can Transform Your Parenting in 2026
056 From Baubles to Tantrums: How Play Schemas Can Transform Your Christmas Day with Toddlers
055 Less Stuff, More Play: Creating a Connected Christmas
054 The Secret Language of Play: How to Read What Your Child Is Telling You
053 Water Play + Play Schemas: 10 Ways Kids Learn Through Splashing, Pouring & Play
052 A Playful Christmas: Understanding Your Child’s Play for Calm, Joyful Holidays
051 Nourishing Nutrition for Mums: Preconception to Postpartum with Hannah Eriksen
050 Create a Connected, Calm, and Joy-Filled Christmas with Your Child
049 Connect Before You Correct: Parenting Neurodiverse Kids with Compassion
048 Dinovember, Dinosaurs & Play Schemas: Turning Toddler Chaos into Connection
047 Why Knowing Your “Normal” Could Save Your Life
046 How Play Builds Language: The Secret Link Every Parent Should Know
045 Everyday Moments Matter: Turning Daily Routines Into Language-Rich Opportunities
044 From Mess to Meaning: Baking and Child Development with Play Schemas
043 Baking with Kids Made Easy: Create Memories, Not Stress
042 Five things I wish I knew about Birth and Postpartum with Jade from Your Mama Journey
041 Do Twins Really Need to Share Everything? 5 Insights for Twin Parents
040 5 Messy Play Tips Every Parent Needs with Sam from Messy Mates
039 New Baby, New Balance: How to Care for Yourself While Caring for Your Baby