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053 Water Play + Play Schemas: 10 Ways Kids Learn Through Splashing, Pouring & Play
Why is your toddler obsessed with pouring, tipping, splashing, and carrying cups of water around the house?
In this episode, Shelly from HapiTap and I dive into the world of water play through the lens of play schemas, so you can finally understand what your child is learning every time they head straight for the tap, bath, or puddle.
If you’ve ever wondered “Is this normal?” or “Why does water play keep them so focused?”, this episode breaks it all down in a way that feels reassuring, practical, and totally doable for busy parents. You’ll learn what water play looks like from 1–5 years, why it holds such power for early learning, and how simple setups at home can support your child’s confidence, curiosity, and brain development.
We’ll explore:
• How the top 10 play schemas are visible in water play
• Why messy play supports problem-solving, early science concepts, and sensory regulation
• Easy, low-prep ways to offer water play (yes, even indoors!)
• Helpful phrases you can use to guide, validate, and extend your child’s play
• How understanding schemas can reduce behaviour battles and boost cooperation
Whether you love water play or quietly dread the mess, this episode will help you see it with fresh eyes and feel confident saying “yes” more often.
If this episode supports you, hit follow, share it with another parent, or send me your child’s favourite water play setup. I love hearing from you!
Want to find out more about the HapiTap? Head to @HapiTap_Offical
Send us a text
If you’ve ever wished you had a group of parents who just get it — welcome to The Play Schemas Collective. It’s where you can ask questions without judgement, share those little wins only another parent would understand, and dive deeper into your child’s play with people who speak your language. Join us at playschemas.com/collective — we can’t wait to meet you.
Support the show
If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review!
I would love to hear your playtime stories—whether you’re celebrating a win or trying to crack the mystery behind a new behaviour, I’m here for it. Reach out on social media or drop me a message.
Facebook and Instagram @play_schemas
[email protected]
www.playschemas.com
and if you are keen for a freebie... head to playschemas.com/free to see what there is for you!
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By Ruth VercoeWhy is your toddler obsessed with pouring, tipping, splashing, and carrying cups of water around the house?
In this episode, Shelly from HapiTap and I dive into the world of water play through the lens of play schemas, so you can finally understand what your child is learning every time they head straight for the tap, bath, or puddle.
If you’ve ever wondered “Is this normal?” or “Why does water play keep them so focused?”, this episode breaks it all down in a way that feels reassuring, practical, and totally doable for busy parents. You’ll learn what water play looks like from 1–5 years, why it holds such power for early learning, and how simple setups at home can support your child’s confidence, curiosity, and brain development.
We’ll explore:
• How the top 10 play schemas are visible in water play
• Why messy play supports problem-solving, early science concepts, and sensory regulation
• Easy, low-prep ways to offer water play (yes, even indoors!)
• Helpful phrases you can use to guide, validate, and extend your child’s play
• How understanding schemas can reduce behaviour battles and boost cooperation
Whether you love water play or quietly dread the mess, this episode will help you see it with fresh eyes and feel confident saying “yes” more often.
If this episode supports you, hit follow, share it with another parent, or send me your child’s favourite water play setup. I love hearing from you!
Want to find out more about the HapiTap? Head to @HapiTap_Offical
Send us a text
If you’ve ever wished you had a group of parents who just get it — welcome to The Play Schemas Collective. It’s where you can ask questions without judgement, share those little wins only another parent would understand, and dive deeper into your child’s play with people who speak your language. Join us at playschemas.com/collective — we can’t wait to meet you.
Support the show
If this episode resonated with you, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review!
I would love to hear your playtime stories—whether you’re celebrating a win or trying to crack the mystery behind a new behaviour, I’m here for it. Reach out on social media or drop me a message.
Facebook and Instagram @play_schemas
[email protected]
www.playschemas.com
and if you are keen for a freebie... head to playschemas.com/free to see what there is for you!