22/04/2026
Introducing our April toy of the Month: Chutes & Ladders π²πβ¨
Looks like a simple board gameβ¦ but itβs packed with learning opportunities π‘
Here are our favourite ways to use it to build skills π
π² Turn taking & social skills
Practise waiting, sharing, and playing with others
π’ Early number skills
Counting spaces, recognising numbers, and one-to-one correspondence
π§ Problem solving & flexibility
Climbing ladders, sliding down chutes, and learning to cope with changes
π¬ Language development
Model phrases like βmy turnβ, βyour turnβ, βI got a 4!β, βup the ladder, down the slideβ
π Emotional regulation
Practising winning, losing, and managing big feelings
At Blended Therapy, we love using everyday games to build real-life skills through play π
π¬ Want support building your childβs social and developmental skills? Weβre here to help.
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