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Slow Tracking

👶 1–2 months Cognitive

Move a colorful toy slowly in front of your baby to encourage eye tracking.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 6 of your baby's personalized plan.

Slow Tracking, a baby activity for 1–2 months

How to play

1
Hold a bright toy about 10 inches from your baby's face.
2
Move it slowly from center to one side.
3
Pause and bring it back. Repeat to the other side.

What you need

• A brightly colored toy

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

Visual tracking is developing; this strengthens the eye muscles and builds focus.

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