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The helpful repair shop
3–8 years · empathy · pretend play · conversation
Soft toy; Two large clean cloths
Give teddy one gentle pretend problem.
Pick something that could help teddy.
Swap customer and helper for one more visit.
Stay alongside. Use soft props only, with no real tools, medicines or cords. Keep cloths off faces.
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An adult stays alongside and follows the child's lead.
Soft toy · Two large clean cloths
Make a little counter on the floor and bring teddy as a customer.
Try saying: How can we help?
Finish: Close the shop when you have both had a turn.
Stay alongside. Use soft props only, with no real tools, medicines or cords. Keep cloths off faces.
Make it simpler: Model one helpful action.
Take it further: Let your child invent a new customer and problem.
A chance to practise empathy, pretend play, conversation. This invitation is an editorial adaptation of the guidance below. It is not a test or a promise about development.
