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Bright sock on a foot: a play idea for 3 to 6 months

Finding and grabbing their own feet is a big discovery for a baby this age. It takes about 3 minutes and uses a bright, clean sock.

Checked October 29, 2026.

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How to play

Bright sock on a foot3 to 6 months · about 3 minutes

You need: a bright, clean sock.

  1. Slip a bright sock loosely over one of your baby's feet.
  2. Lift the foot gently so they can see it.
  3. Watch them notice it and try to grab it.
  4. Take the sock off when the game is done.

Builds: moving and using hands and thinking and problem solving. Finding and grabbing their own feet is a big discovery for a baby this age.

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