Simon Says Three Things
Parent gives a single verbal instruction containing three distinct steps and observes whether child carries them all out in sequence without repetition. Escalates from easy 3-step sequences to slightly abstract ones. Key observation: does the child complete all three, in order, on first hearing?
Opens a guided voice session in TogetherTime.
What you'll need
Have a few small objects available (cup, block, soft toy). Child should be in a neutral position, not already holding anything.
How it works
- 1~40s
Say this to your child in a normal voice, all in one go: 'Pick up the [block], put it on the [chair], then come back to me.' Say it once — no repeating. Watch what your child does. Tell me: how many of the three steps did they complete, and were they in order?
Watch for: Child executes all three steps of a verbal instruction in sequence
- 2~45s
Try a different 3-step instruction — slightly more abstract. For example: 'Go to the [bedroom/kitchen], bring me something red, and put it here.' Give it once. Same rules. Tell me what happens.
Watch for: Child executes 3-step instruction requiring a decision (find something red)
- 3~30s
Optional extension: ask your child to give YOU a 3-part instruction. 'Now you tell me three things to do!' See if they can generate a sequence — this tests whether they understands the concept, not just follows it.
Watch for: Child generates a 3-step instruction for parent to follow