Skill· 2y–2.5y· 1 min

Play Beside And Together

The parent arranges separate, similar household objects near another child, then offers a simple activity they can briefly do together before returning to their own play.

Free to do together whenever you like.

What you'll need

Another child to play with — save this one for a playdate

two large plastic bowls, two dish towels

How it works

The 1-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

What this develops

Visual example

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