Skill· 22mo–2y· 2 min

Storybook Self-Discovery

Parent reads a simple storybook with clear illustrations of children, then engages in a drawing activity based on the story. The agent coaches the parent to observe how their child identifies characters by gender in images and connects story elements to self-awareness through drawing — building early social understanding and self-recognition skills.

Free to do together whenever you like.

What you'll need

Parent and child sitting together comfortably with a picture book showing children characters. Paper and drawing materials nearby. Quiet, comfortable space with good lighting.

How it works

The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

What this develops

Visual example

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