We have moved ALL the toys out of the lounge and put them in containers in James' bedroom. The idea being that he will need to interact with us more. We do get them out for him to play with but put them away when finished.

It does seem to be working as there is less to 'lose' himself in.

Another thing we have noticed is that with his toys gone he finds other things and is a lot more vocal. Its like his regular toys like his blocks become things he turns to and does even though he is bored with them it's almost involuntary play.

We also have been getting him to help put the Toys away, he does this very well.