Cardboard Box Tunnel
Open both ends of a large box to create a tunnel for baby to crawl through, an adventure at home!
In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 25 of your baby's personalized plan.
How to play
1
Find a large cardboard box and open both ends to create a tunnel.
2
Place it on the floor and put an exciting toy or yourself at the far end.
3
Encourage baby to crawl through: "Come find me! You can do it!"
4
Peek through the tunnel and play peek-a-boo to motivate them to come through.
What you need
• A large cardboard box (open at both ends)
Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.
Why it works
Crawling through a tunnel builds spatial awareness, core strength, and confidence. It teaches baby about enclosed spaces and encourages brave exploration.
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