Skill· 4y–5y· 2 min
What's Missing?
Parent presents four everyday objects, removes one while child isn't looking, and asks child to identify what's missing. The agent coaches the parent to observe how child notices differences, uses memory, and applies concepts of same/different — building cognitive flexibility and visual discrimination skills.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Parent and child sitting facing each other at table or on floor. Four small, familiar objects placed between them. Space should be free of visual distractions. Parent should have easy access to remove objects discreetly.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneUses talk to organise, sequence and clarify thinking, ideas, feelings and events.Mind· 3.3y–5y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneNames objects from memoryMind· 4y–6y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneExplains own knowledge and understanding, and asks appropriate questions of others.Mind· 2.5y–4.2y· stretch· Step 3
Visual example
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