From early in their lives, children show an interest in science.
They often notice things that we as adults take for granted, such as the
clouds in the sky or how the pedal on the kitchen bin works.

While there are times when most parents find their children's interest in objects frustrating or untimely, it is worth fostering when you can. This is because observing and touching objects and exploring concepts can help children's thinking skills.

Here are some simple ways in which you can build on your child's interest in the world around them.

HARD AND SOFT

From six months

One of the ways that babies will learn about the world is through touching things and putting them in their mouths. Choose some objects that are either hard or soft for your child to explore. A scarf, a cake tin or a natural sponge would work well.

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