Skill· 3y–4y· 3 min
Memory Board Game
Parent and child create a homemade memory matching game using simple materials, then play together. The agent coaches the parent to observe the child's problem-solving strategies, turn-taking skills, and perspective-taking abilities during game play — building cognitive flexibility and social thinking.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Parent and child at a table or clear floor space with materials: cardstock/thick paper, pencil, child-safe scissors, markers, small cup or round object for tracing. Space should allow for game play after creation.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneTakes turns in simple games with adult supportHeart· 20mo–3.3y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneFollows instructions with several steps or actionsMind· 3.3y–4y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneWaits for needs or turnsHeart· 2.5y–5y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneCooperative peer playHeart· 2.7y–3.8y· stretch
- MilestoneCooperative turn-taking play with peersHeart· 4y–5y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneShares another's happinessHeart· 4y–5y· core· Step 4
- MilestoneUses child scissorsBody· 2.9y–5y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneCuts materials with scissorsBody· 4y–5y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneStays focused during activityMind· 2.5y–3y· core
- MilestoneExpresses feelings through words or actionsHeart· 22mo–3y· stretch· Step 4
Visual example
Coming soon