Outdoors

Climb up and down a front step

Age range: 1–3 years

Duration
10 min
Location
Outside
Category
Outdoors
Type
Activity

How to try it

Sit beside a low step at the front door or on the patio and let your toddler practice stepping up and down, holding your hand or the rail. Count each step as you go.

Materials

No special materials listed.

Safety note

Use a single low step on a flat, dry surface away from stairs and roads, and stay within arm's reach.

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Why it matters

Stepping up and down builds leg strength and balance, and your toddler gets to try it at their own pace.

Benefit

Leg strength

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