# Sniff the spice rack

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

Put a few whole spices or dried herbs with mild smells, such as a cinnamon stick, a vanilla pod, or dried mint leaves, in small jars\. Open one at a time, hold it a hand's length away, and take a slow sniff together\. Name each smell and wave the jar away\.

## Activity facts

- Age range: 1–4 years
- Duration: 10 min
- Location: At home
- Category: Home
- Type: Activity

## Why it matters

Noticing different smells builds a bank of words and memories, and sniffing together turns the kitchen into a place to explore\.

## Benefit

Smell

## Materials

- Small jars of whole spices or dried herbs

## Safety note

Use whole spices only and avoid powders and extracts\. Skip pepper and chili, hold the jar yourself a hand's length from the nose, and do not let them taste or tip the jars\.