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Bring your toddler to the beach or sandbox and let them play in the sand. Bring a small shovel and bucket for your toddler to play with.

Helps baby develop sense of touch, motor coordination, and strength if baby uses shovels.

Related Milestones

Squats to pick up a toy

13–18 Months

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Enjoys various textures, such as grass or sand, after multiple exposures (13-18 months)

Enjoys playing with variety of toys and textures

Uses both hands equally to play with and explore toys (13-18 months)

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