Skill· 5y–6y· 3 min

What's Missing?

Parent presents 5 small everyday objects, removes one while child isn't looking, then asks child to identify what's missing. The agent coaches the parent to observe how child compares objects, notices changes, and uses reasoning to solve the puzzle — building concepts of same/different and developing observation skills.

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What you'll need

Parent and child sitting facing each other at table or on floor. 5 small, familiar objects placed between them. Objects should be distinct from each other. Child needs to be able to turn away briefly.

How it works

The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

What this develops

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