👕 Do It Myself⏱ Quick Play · 5 min⏱ Discovery Play · 10 minAges 2–3, 3–4
You need
- a soft toy or teddy
- a towel
- water
Steps
- 1. Teddy is muddy! Sit teddy on a towel.
- 2. Dip a corner of the towel in a little water.
- 3. Wipe teddy's face, paws and tummy.
- 4. Dry teddy with the dry part of the towel. All clean!
⚠ Safety · Stay within arm's reach
A cup of water at most, never a bowl or bath for this game. Stay within reach.
Stop if:
- Water spills on the floor
- Your child tries to drink the water
Easier
Wipe with a dry towel only.
Harder
Wash two teddies, then let them say thank you.
Only 5 minutes?
Wash one paw and the face.
Why it matters: Washing a toy practises the moves children use to wash themselves.
Clean-up: Pour the water away. Hang the towel to dry.
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.