Stop-and-Go Dance
Dance with your baby to music, freezing every 30 seconds to see if they ask for more.
In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 21 of your baby's personalized plan.
How to play
1
Hold your baby and dance to upbeat music.
2
Every 30 seconds, stop the music and go completely still.
3
Wait for them to wiggle, vocalize, or smile, then restart the fun!
What you need
• Music player
Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.
Why it works
Your baby learns that their sounds and movements can control the fun, a powerful lesson in communication and agency.
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