Skill· 10mo–12mo· 2 min

Finding Hidden Toys

This helps reinforce your baby’s comprehension of object permanence. Showing your baby that a toy is still there even when covered reinforces object permanence. Place a toy in front of your baby and, while they are watching, put it inside a box and cover the box with a

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What you'll need

This helps reinforce your baby’s comprehension of object permanence.

How it works

  1. 1~30s

    Alright, let's get started! To begin, place a toy in front of your baby. you, watch your child closely — I'd love to hear what you notice about how they responds.

    Watch for: Baby look for a toy that was just hidden.

  2. 2~30s

    Great, now let's try the next part. And then while your baby is watching, put it inside a box and cover the box with a cloth. Tell me what your child does — any reaction counts!

    Watch for: Baby search for hidden toys.

  3. 3~30s

    One more thing to try. Your baby should react by removing the cloth and taking the toy out of the box. Using this exercise, observe if your baby finds hidden objects and inserts and remove objects from a container. How does your child handle this? What do you see?

    Watch for: Baby discover things hidden under blankets or covers.

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