Babies love looking at reflections of themselves. Reflective materials have unique properties that catch babies' attention and help promote discoveries about themselves as individuals. This is important in helping them develop their sense of self.
Adults can support babies in finding out about how they look and who they are. Looking at themselves and others in mirrors can become a game of interaction, playing peek-a-boo and 'where has baby gone?'
Reflective area
- Large mirrored surfaces can easily be made using sheets of cardboard covered with adhesive mirror roll.
- Collect tubs, tins and boxes and cover these too.
- Stainless steel bowls are an excellent addition to this area.
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