# Lift the lid to find the toy

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Last updated: 2026-10-12T19:22:46.747Z

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\.

## Activity facts

- Age range: 1–3 years
- Duration: 10 min
- Location: At home
- Category: Montessori
- Type: Activity

## 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

## 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\.