The Play Tents Journal
Ideas for cosy corners and imaginative play
Guides and inspiration for children's reading nooks, sensory spaces and cosy kids bedrooms, written by the small UK team behind Play Tents.
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What to Put in a Sensory Tent: A Simple Set-Up Guide for Parents
A sensory tent works best when it's furnished with intention. Here's exactly what to put inside, soft light, calming textures, a few well-chosen tools, and what to leave out.
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How a Sensory Tent Helps Autistic Children Self-Regulate
A sensory tent isn't a toy, for many autistic children it's a regulation tool. Here's how enclosed, low-stimulation spaces support self-regulation, and how to set one up at home.
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15 Kids Reading Corner Ideas for Bedrooms, Nurseries and Playrooms
Fifteen reading corner ideas that actually work in real homes, from bay-window dens to canopy nooks in the smallest bedroom, with layout, lighting and storage advice for every age.
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Choosing a Wendy House: A Parent's Guide to Wooden Garden Playhouses
A wendy house is one of the few things a child can genuinely call their own. Here's how to pick one that lasts, sizing, timber, safety and weatherproofing, from a maker's point of view.
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The Benefits of Sensory Tents: Why a Small, Calm Space Changes Everything
A sensory tent is more than a toy, it's a small, defined space that helps children regulate, focus and reset. Here's why parents, teachers and occupational therapists are choosing them.
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Sensory Tents vs. Cotton Teepees: Which Kids Indoor Tent Is Right for Your Child?
Sensory pop-up tents and cotton teepees answer two very different needs, regulation versus imagination. Here's how to choose the right kids indoor tent for your child.
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