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Red Object Tracking

👶 Newborn (0–4 weeks) Cognitive

Move a bright red object slowly across your baby's field of vision.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 4 of your baby's personalized plan.

Red Object Tracking, a baby activity for Newborn (0–4 weeks)

How to play

1
Hold a small red ball or toy about 10 inches from your baby's face.
2
Move it slowly from the center to one side.
3
Pause and bring it back, then move to the other side.

What you need

• A small red ball or toy

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

Red is one of the first colors babies can distinguish. Tracking a red object strengthens eye muscles and builds early visual coordination.

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