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 Is a Sensory Tent? A Parent's Guide to Calm, Enclosed Play
A sensory tent is a small, enclosed play tent that softens the noise, light and busyness of the room around it. Here's how they work, who uses them and what to look for.
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Corner Reading Nook Ideas: How a Corner Tent Makes the Most of a Small Room
The corner is the most overlooked spot in a child's room. Here's how a corner tent turns it into a reading nook, how to measure and hang one, and how to style it.
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How to Hang a Cotton Canopy Over a Bed or Reading Nook
A cotton canopy turns a bed, a corner or a floor cushion into a little world of its own. Here's where to hang one, how to fix it safely, and how to keep it looking lovely.
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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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Sensory Tents for Autism: How a Calm Den 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, what to look for in an autistic sensory tent, and how to set one up.
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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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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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