Babysit Someone
Practice babysitting a younger sibling or doll under adult supervision: plan activities, prepare snacks, read stories, check safety, and communicate responsibly.
Step-by-step guide to babysit someone
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Step 1
Ask an adult how long you will babysit and what rules they want you to follow.
Step 2
Choose three simple activities to do like reading colouring and a short game.
Step 3
Show your activity plan to the adult and ask them to say it is okay.
Step 4
Walk around the room and look carefully for anything that could be dangerous.
Step 5
Ask the adult to remove or fix any dangerous things you found.
Step 6
Set up a safe play area with the blanket and the doll or toys.
Step 7
Prepare small snack portions on a plate.
Step 8
Place a covered cup with a drink next to the plate.
Step 9
Ask the adult to check and approve the snacks before serving.
Step 10
Calmly explain three simple safety rules to the child or pretend-child.
Step 11
Read the storybook aloud for five minutes.
Step 12
Do a quiet colouring or craft activity for ten minutes.
Step 13
Offer the snack and make sure the child sits while eating.
Step 14
Tidy up the play area and wipe hands clean.
Step 15
Tell the adult what happened and share your finished babysitting report or a photo on DIY.org.
Final steps
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Help!?
If I don't have a blanket or a doll, what can I use instead?
Use a clean towel or small sheet instead of the blanket and a stuffed animal, rolled-up pillow, or favorite board book in place of the doll or toys when you set up the safe play area.
What should I do if the adult doesn't approve my activity plan or the snacks?
Show the adult the step where you 'Show your activity plan to the adult and ask them to say it is okay,' ask what changes they want, offer alternate small snack options, and request they re-check any dangerous items you found before continuing.
How can I adapt the reading and craft times for different age children?
For toddlers shorten 'Read the storybook aloud for five minutes' to about 3 minutes and swap the 'Do a quiet colouring or craft activity for ten minutes' for a 5-minute sensory or hands-on activity with close supervision, while older children can handle longer, more complex games and crafts and help with 'Tidy up the play area and wipe hands clean.'
How can I personalize or extend this babysitting activity?
Create a themed plan for your three activities (for example pirate story, treasure-hunt game, matching colouring), use a kitchen timer for the reading and craft segments, add a sticker chart to track behaviour or tasks, and take a photo of the tidy play area to include with your babysitting report on DIY.org.
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Facts about babysitting and child safety
📣 Clear communication with adults — notes, texts, or quick check-ins — builds trust and keeps everyone safer while babysitting.
🚨 Knowing basic first aid (like cleaning a scrape or when to call for help) is one of the most important safety skills for babysitters.
🥪 Making simple snacks is a great chance to practice hygiene and learn about food allergies and nutrition.
🧸 Pretend play with dolls helps kids practice caregiving skills — it’s like a safe babysitting dress rehearsal!
📚 Reading aloud for even a short story boosts vocabulary, attention, and bonding during babysitting time.
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