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Why not upgrade your game of hide and seek by playing hide the toy.
This game is a fantastic way for your child to learn about position words, like 'where' and 'under' or 'behind'.
Check out the video below to see the game in action.
The benefits of playing hide the toy with toddlers
- Hiding toys is a real mood booster and is bound to bring a smile to your toddler's face.
- Chatting as you look for the toy will ensure your toddler hears plenty of words for positions like 'under' or 'behind' or 'between'.
- Playing this game helps children follow simple instructions.
- Encouraging your child to name the toys once they find them, helps to reinforce words.
How to make the most of playing hide the toy
Mix things up and play hide and seek with your little one's chosen toy. You can play this game inside or outside..
You can hide their toy under a blanket, behind the sofa or under the table. Then give your little one clues about where it's hiding.
When you hide the toys, practise using position words, such as 'where' and 'under' or 'behind.' As your child is looking, name the places they're looking.
You could say, 'Is it under the bed? No鈥 is it behind the table?'
Why not switch it up and let your little one hide their toy for you? When it's their turn to hide the toy, talk through where you're looking 'I wonder where it is鈥 is it in the hedge?'
When they find the toy, give them plenty of praise.
More turn-taking games for 2 year olds
- Try playing a copying game together.
- Or you might like to make your own homemade skittles with bottles from the recycling and taking turns to knock them down.
- Why not use turn-taking to teach them about feelings by practising making faces with your child?
