🧠 Think⏱ Quick Play · 5 minAges 2–3, 3–4
You need
- pots and pans (2 or 3 with lids)
Steps
- 1. Put two or three cold pots on the floor, lids off.
- 2. Pick up a lid. Which pot does it fit?
- 3. Try it on. Clink! Does it fit?
- 4. Take the lids off and play again.
⚠ Safety · Stay within arm's reach
Cold, empty pots off the cooker only. Light lids without glass. Watch little fingers.
Stop if:
- A finger gets pinched
- Your child bangs lids near their face
Easier
One pot, one lid.
Harder
Mix in a lid that fits nothing. Which is the odd one?
Only 5 minutes?
Match two lids.
Why it matters: Matching sizes is an early problem-solving skill.
Clean-up: Pots back in the cupboard together.
This activity is a draft. It will be reviewed by a child-development professional before launch. Use your own judgement about what is safe for your child.