# Sniff the herbs and flowers

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

Walk along a garden bed or pots of herbs, crouch down, and let your toddler sniff a leaf or flower you pick out\. Rub a mint or basil leaf between your fingers and say what you smell\.

## Activity facts

- Age range: 1–3 years
- Duration: 10 min
- Location: Outside
- Category: Outdoors
- Type: Activity

## Why it matters

Smelling different plants gives your toddler a rich, calm way to notice differences with their senses\.

## Benefit

Smell

## Materials

- Safe herbs or flowers

## Safety note

Only use plants you know are safe, keep leaves and petals out of mouths, and wash hands afterward\.