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[quote=Anonymous]My kids about that age spend a lot more time with simpler, open ended toys then they do with their train set, etc.  So like sidewalk chalk is a huge hit (and they are not really into indoor crafts).  Balls of all sizes, a water table and sprinkler, and especially a set of old gardening trowels and a set of kid garden tools and an old bucket.

I think these toys hold their interest longer for 2 reasons.  First, we come up with our own stories and games.  So like with the chalk, a lot of times we'll draw a road, or "bases", or stars, or whatever, and then "race" on the road, or jump over the pond.  Etc.  They get more into these little games then they do manipulating regular toys.

Also, I think kids at that age really like to be big helpers.  So with the garden tools, they like to help me plant and water flowers and herbs.  And then they do their own gardening- just digging holes, making dirt piles, filling things with water.  It takes 4 times as long with a kid helping, but working on a project together also seems to hold interest.

Honestly another activity could be to just go for a walk.  If your kid won't nap at home, he can ride in a stroller and doze for a bit.  If he doesn't sleep, you can play a bit of I Spy.[/quote]

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