Outdoors
Watch a pinwheel spin
Age range: 1–3 years
- Duration
- 10 min
- Location
- Outside
- Category
- Outdoors
- Type
- Activity
How to try it
Hold a pinwheel up in the breeze or blow on it softly so your toddler sees it whirl. Hold it in front of them so they can blow too, then hold it still to see it slow down.
Materials
- Toddler-safe pinwheel
Safety note
Choose a pinwheel labeled for toddlers with no exposed pin. An adult holds it while your toddler blows or watches.
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Why it matters
Seeing the pinwheel respond to a puff of air shows your toddler that breath and movement can make things happen.
Benefit
Cause and effect
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