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Texture Board

👶 4–6 months Sensory

Create a simple board with different textures for your baby to touch.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 21 of your baby's personalized plan.

Texture Board, a baby activity for 4–6 months

How to play

1
Glue different materials to a piece of cardboard: felt, sandpaper, foil, cotton.
2
Hold the board in front of your baby.
3
Guide their hand to each texture and describe it.

What you need

• Cardboard, assorted textured materials, glue

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

A texture board provides concentrated sensory experiences that are always available for exploring.

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