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Discovery Bottles

0–3 years5–15 minSmall spaceTired-friendly

You'll need

Clear plastic bottlesWaterGlitter, beads, or small itemsStrong glue for lid

#Steps

1Fill bottle with water and items
2Glue lid on securely
3Shake and watch items move
4Roll on floor to watch

Why it works

Visual stimulation is calming and encourages focus.

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Glue lid on permanently. Supervise - do not allow bottles to open.

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