I had this problem with one of my grandchildren. So one day I just got out a few toys (eg jigsaw, a couple of books, crayons and paper, and his favourite flashing thingy). I then settled myself down and talked on GN for 20 minutes and left him to it. He wasn't a happy bunny, but after a few days he accepted that 'Nana is busy' and now can occupy himself if necessary.
Of course we need to play with them, be teach them to play with other children, but they all need to learn to occupy themselves.
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Is it just me, or am I the only other Nana that spends the WHOLE days playing and amusing my delightful granddaughter? She is three years old and I care for her two days a week. I have a good supply of toys and crafts to keep her occupied, and I'm happy to sit and read stories, do jigsaws, play games etc etc, but she insists on having me play with her constantly. Is this a phase that she will grow out of soon? It would be nice to be able to just catch up on a few chores or just 'chill' for a half and hour during the day. I do find the constant interaction exhausting! Any tips on how to interest her in playing contentedly by herself for short periods of time would be very appreciated 
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