Montessori
Lift the lid to find the toy
Age range: 1–3 years
- Duration
- 10 min
- Location
- At home
- Category
- Montessori
- Type
- Activity
How to try it
Put a favorite toy in a shoebox while your toddler watches, and set the lid loosely on top. Help them lift the lid to find it, then close and try again. Make the lid easier or harder to lift as they grow.
Materials
- Shoebox with a loose lid
- A toy bigger than a toilet-paper tube
Safety note
Check the box for staples and sharp edges, use a toy bigger than a toilet-paper tube, and stay within arm's reach.
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Why it matters
Opening something to find what is inside builds the idea that hidden things are still there, and the small hand skill to lift a lid.
Benefit
Hide and find
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