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Stair Counting Game

Age1–4 years
Time5–15 min
MessLow-mess
EnergySome energy
SettingIndoor
LearningActiveGross-Motor
Stair Counting Game

You'll need

  • Stairs

Steps

  1. 1Go to the stairs together
  2. 2Count each step as you climb
  3. 3Count down as you descend
  4. 4Repeat with different counting styles

Why this works

Physical movement reinforces number learning naturally.

Try also

  • –Count by twos on the way down
  • –Skip a step and count odd numbers
  • –Count in another language

Hold hands or rail. Supervise closely.

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