Play peek-a-boo with warmth
6–12 monthsFamily ConnectionNo materials needed
Cover your face with your hands, then reveal yourself with a warm smile. Say your child's name lovingly when you reappear. Let them see your joy in being with them. This simple game teaches them that even when you disappear briefly, you always come back.
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How to Do This Activity
Cover your face with your hands, then reveal yourself with a warm smile. Say your child's name lovingly when you reappear. Let them see your joy in being with them. This simple game teaches them that even when you disappear briefly, you always come back.
Why It Works
Peek-a-boo supports secure attachment by teaching object permanence and reinforcing that you are a constant, reliable presence. Secure attachment in infancy promotes developmental competence in emotion expression and helps children appraise situations with changing demands (Thompson, 2008). This playful interaction strengthens your bond while supporting cognitive development.
Tips for Parents
Watch your child's reactions. Some love this game immediately, others need time to warm up to it.
Keep sessions short, around two to three minutes, matching their attention span.
Your warm, happy expression when you reappear is the most important part. It reinforces your emotional availability.
Materials Needed
None
Learning Methods
Responsive InteractionRepetition and Routine
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