Pointing Power

Pointing Power

Time

  • 5 to 10 minutes

Materials

  • None

Directions

Everything has a name, and it is fun to hear the words. Teach your baby to point at objects so you can say what they are. It will quickly become a game to your baby.

Extensions

  • Reverse the game by asking, "What's that?" as you point to objects.
  • Play this game in the car as you look out the windows.


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