50 Things to do before you're 5

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Playing Together … is one of the most important things you can do with your child to help their learning.

Here are some ideas on how to help your child learn and play at home and when out and about. Why not download our ultimate list of '50 Things to do before you're 5' to stick on your fridge at home!

Have fun working your way through this wonderful list devised by parents across Essex. Once you and your little one have ticked off all 50 things you can even download a certificate!

Top Tip

Playing with your child is one of the most important things you can do to support their development. The time you spend playing together will help them learn all sorts of things – from counting and writing, to exploring and making new friends.

50 things to do before your're 5 checklist

Age Groups

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Age 0 to 6 Months

Age 6 to 12 Months

Age 12 to 24 Months

Age 2 to 3 Years

Age 3 to 5 Years

Going to School

Games & Resources

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Tips & Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are you looking for advice about your child's learning and development? We answer your frequently asked questions here.

My child has started stammering. Should I be concerned and what should I do?

It is completely normal for a child to repeat words...

My child has difficulty saying some words. How do I know if they need help or is this just part of normal development?

All children make mistakes as they are learning to talk....

My child doesn't seem to be talking the same as other children his age. Is he just a 'late talker' and will catch up in time?

Some children are 'late talkers' and do catch up with...

My child is 3 and still says 'tun' for 'sun', is this normal?

This is a typical process in a child's development in...

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