Skill· 18mo–2.5y· 2 min
Tiny Treasure Hunt — Picking Up Little Things
Parent sets up small safe objects for toddler to pick up using a pincer grasp (thumb and finger). Agent guides parent to observe grasp refinement, hand preference, and concentration during a playful treasure-finding game.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Toddler in highchair or at low table. 5-6 small safe objects (cereal pieces, puffs, raisins) spread on a plate or clean tray surface.
How it works
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneFollows visually supported instructionsMind· 8mo–18mo· core· Steps 1, 4
- MilestoneMay be beginning to show preference for dominant hand.Body· 22mo–3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneUses single meaningful wordsMind· 8mo–20mo· stretch· Step 6
- MilestoneApplies pincer grip in tasksBody· 12mo–2y· stretch· Step 1
Visual example
Coming soon