# Turn the pages yourself

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

Hand your toddler a board book and let them turn the pages in whatever order they like\. Talk about whichever picture they stop on, even if it is the same one five times, and read the words only if they seem curious\.

## Activity facts

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

## Why it matters

Choosing which page to look at lets your toddler lead the story and builds the hand control needed to turn a page\.

## Benefit

Hand control

## Materials

- Board books

## Safety note

Choose sturdy board books with no loose parts\.