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Cotton Ball Transfer

Cotton Ball Transfer

2–4 years5–15 minSmall spaceTired-friendly

You'll need

Cotton ballsTwo bowlsSpoon or tongs

#Steps

1Put cotton balls in one bowl
2Place empty bowl nearby
3Transfer balls using spoon or tongs
4Count how many transferred

Why it works

Lightweight cotton balls make this achievable while building coordination.

Try also

Use chopsticks for older kids
Race against timer
Blow them across table instead

Cotton balls are a choking hazard if mouthed.

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