Books
Hunt for the story character
Age range: 1–4 years
- Duration
- 10 min
- Location
- At home
- Category
- Books
- Type
- Activity
How to try it
After reading a book, tell your toddler the main character is hiding. Tuck a matching soft toy under a cushion or behind a chair while they watch, then search together and say the character's name when you find it.
Materials
- Picture book
- Soft toy that matches a character
Safety note
Use a soft toy with no loose small parts, hide it where it is easy to reach, and stay in the room.
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Why it matters
Linking a character from a book to a real toy helps your toddler see that stories connect to the world around them.
Benefit
Love of books
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