Books

Move like the animal in the book

Age range: 1–4 years

Duration
10 min
Location
At home
Category
Books
Type
Activity

How to try it

Open an animal book and, on each page, move like what you see, with a hop for the frog or a slow wobble for the penguin. Say the animal's name and invite your toddler to move with you before you turn the page.

Materials

  • Animal picture book

Safety note

Clear the floor of toys and sharp corners before moving around.

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Why it matters

Acting out a picture with the whole body helps your toddler remember the word and have fun with the story.

Benefit

Joining the story

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