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.
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Demystifying Child's Play | Play Schemas
010 Play Schemas and Siblings – How to Make Schemas Work for (Not Against!) You
🎙️ Play Schemas and Siblings – How to Make Schemas Work for (Not Against!) You!
👧👦 Do your kids constantly clash over toys, fight over space, or seem to have completely different play styles? You’re not alone! Sibling play can be tricky—one child wants to build, while the other wants to knock things down. One loves to throw, while the other carefully arranges their toys in a perfect line. What if we told you that these differences aren’t just personality quirks but deeply rooted in the way children naturally explore the world?
In this episode of Demystifying Child’s Play | Play Schemas, we’re diving into the science behind play schemas and how they can either cause frustration between siblings—or bring them closer together. By understanding how your children’s play instincts work, you can create a more peaceful, engaging, and cooperative play environment at home.
✨ In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
✅ What play schemas are (and why they’re the key to understanding your child’s play behaviour)
✅ Why siblings often have different schemas—and how this can lead to conflict
✅ How to support multiple schemas at the same time without chaos taking over
✅ Simple strategies to turn play struggles into opportunities for bonding
✅ Real-life examples of how parents can guide sibling play for fewer arguments and more connection
🏡 Practical Tips for Real Families
We know that parenting is busy, and there’s no time for complicated solutions. That’s why we’re sharing easy, doable strategies that fit into everyday life. Whether it’s setting up play invitations that cater to different schemas or gently redirecting play conflicts in the moment, these tips will help you feel more in control of playtime and more confident in your parenting.
❤️ Because Play Shouldn’t Be a Battleground!
When you understand why your children play the way they do, you’ll be able to guide them in a way that supports their natural development—without the stress. Let’s make play work for you, not against you!
🎧 Tune in now and transform sibling playtime into a moment of learning, connection, and fun.
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