Books
Pick a book from a low shelf
Age range: 1–3 years
- Duration
- 10 min
- Location
- At home
- Category
- Books
- Type
- Activity
How to try it
Set a few board books on a low shelf or in a basket where your toddler can see the covers. Let them pick one, carry it to you, and sit together to read. Rotate the choices every few days.
Materials
- Low shelf or basket
- Board books
Safety note
Anchor any shelf to the wall so it cannot tip over, and choose sturdy board books.
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Why it matters
Choosing a book by themselves gives your toddler a say in what you read together, and that makes sharing it feel like theirs.
Benefit
Making choices
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