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Walk softly, then stomp

Age range: 1–4 years

Duration
10 min
Location
At home
Category
Home
Type
Activity

How to try it

Walk across the room so softly your feet make no sound, whispering \"quiet, quiet\", then turn and stomp back as loudly as you can. Hold your toddler's hands for the quiet part, listen together for the difference, and let them choose quiet or loud next.

Materials

No special materials listed.

Safety note

Clear the floor of toys and keep to a flat, non-slip surface.

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Why it matters

Hearing their own feet go silent and then loud helps your toddler notice how the way they move changes the sound they make.

Benefit

Body awareness

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