Playdates

Hand a toy to a friend

Age range: 1–3 years

Duration
10 min
Location
At home
Category
Playdates
Type
Activity

How to try it

Sit two children close together on a blanket with a basket of soft toys. Pick one up, say the friend's name, and help your toddler hold it out. Wait for the friend to take it, then swap roles.

Materials

  • Blanket
  • Basket
  • Soft toys

Safety note

Use soft toys with no loose parts and stay close to both children.

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Why it matters

Giving and receiving a toy is a first, simple form of taking turns with another child.

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