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Ideas for a teddy bear's picnic

Holding a teddy bear's picnic is a great way to boost your child's imagination through some pretend play together.

All you'll need is a few props, some favourite teddies and your child's creativity.

Invite friends or brothers and sisters too – it's a great way for siblings to play and bond together. Check out how in the video below.

A mum pretending to pour tea for their daughter.
Get involved in your child's picnic and encourage them to chat.

What are the benefits of holding a teddy bear's picnic?

  • Role plays like teddy bear's picnics encourage children to use their imagination
  • It can help children to reinforce things they've learnt in everyday life by acting them out
  • Role play can help with children's emotional and social development
  • Pretend role play gives your little one the opportunity to take the lead and explore their creativity
  • Asking lots of open questions can open up conversations with your child. Ask them about what they're serving their guests.

How to make the most of a teddy bear's picnic

Let your child take the lead. Ask them which teddies they'd like to gather together for their picnic and where they'd like them to sit.

Gather together any toys you might have that will help like teapots, cups and saucers and plates. Don't worry if you don't have these, you can encourage your child to pretend as they serve their guests.

Ask them lots of questions as they play - 'what are you going to make for teddy? What do you need to do to make that? How does teddy like his tea">