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Sound Shaker

👶 1–2 months Sensory

Make a simple shaker from a sealed container and let your baby explore.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 7 of your baby's personalized plan.

Sound Shaker, a baby activity for 1–2 months

How to play

1
Put dry pasta or rice in a sealed plastic container.
2
Shake it gently near your baby and watch them react.
3
Let them hold and shake it if they can grip it.

What you need

• A sealed container with dry pasta or rice

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

Homemade shakers teach cause and effect, shake it and sound happens!

Good to know

Make sure the container is sealed tightly so nothing can come out. Check it before each use and replace if the seal loosens.

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