Memory Board Game
Parent and child create a homemade memory matching game using simple materials, then play together. The agent coaches the parent to observe the child's problem-solving strategies, turn-taking skills, and perspective-taking abilities — building cognitive flexibility and executive function through playful collaboration.
Opens a guided voice session in TogetherTime.
What you'll need
Parent and child seated at a table or on the floor with workspace. Materials needed: cardstock/thick paper, pencil, child-safe scissors, markers, cup/bowl for tracing. Ensure scissors are appropriate for child's age and ability.
How it works
- 1~45s
Start by telling your child you're going to make a memory game together. Take the cup and pencil and trace ten circles on the cardstock. Then invite your child to help cut them out with the safety scissors. Watch how your child approaches this first step — does they understand this is preparation for a game? Does they show anticipation or ask questions about what comes next? Tell me what you notice about their thinking process.
Watch for: Child demonstrates understanding of multi-step process and shows planning behavior in game preparation.
- 2~60s
Now help your child draw five matching pairs of shapes on the circles — like two hearts, two stars, two circles. As you draw each pair, point out they're the same. Then mix up all ten cards face down. Take turns with your child flipping two cards at a time to find matches. Watch how your child approaches this — does they remember where they saw shapes? Does they use any strategies like starting with the edges or remembering positions?
Watch for: Child engages in structured game play with rules, turn-taking, and memory strategies.
- 3~50s
As you continue playing, pay attention to your child's perspective-taking. When it's your turn, try flipping a card your child was clearly saving for their next turn. Or pretend to be confused about where a match might be. Does your child understand you have different information? Can they explain what you should do based on what they knows? We're looking for signs your child recognizes others have different knowledge in the game.
Watch for: Child demonstrates awareness that others have different knowledge or perspective during game play.