Activity
Place safe natural objects like pinecones, large leaves, shells, wooden blocks, or tree “cookies” just out of baby’s reach to encourage reaching, crawling, or scooting.
Materials
For this activity, you only need what nature provides! Be careful to choose natural items that are too big for baby to swallow, like large pinecones, shells, or leaves. Avoid items like acorns, buckeyes, or small stones until baby is older.
Skill Building
Crawling, especially over uneven ground, strengthens muscles and improves coordination.
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