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Blanket hide: a play idea for 12 to 18 months

Being found is a joyful game that toddlers ask for again and again. It takes about 3 minutes and uses a light blanket.

Checked October 29, 2026.

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How to play

Blanket hide12 to 18 months · about 3 minutes

You need: a light blanket.

  1. Let your toddler hide under the light blanket.
  2. Ask loudly, "Where's Sam?" (use their name) and look everywhere else.
  3. Pull the blanket off: "There you are!"
  4. Let them hide a big brother or sister next.

Builds: social and emotional. Being found is a joyful game that toddlers ask for again and again.

Safety: Use a light blanket and lift it off after a few seconds.

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