
Water play, 1-year-olds
In the bath, at the sink, or on a towel on the floor. 7 ideas



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Bath Pouring Station
15–40 min 12 mo–6 yrs Low mess- a bath, sink or tub of water
- cups and containers

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Kitchen Pouring Station
15–30 min 18 mo–4 yrs Some mess- cups and a measuring cup with a spout
- a tray with a rim
- water or dry rice

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Bath Time Brick Build
10–25 min 18 mo–5 yrs Some mess- large building bricksto buy
- a bath

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Pom-Pom Scoop
10–25 min 18 mo–4 yrs Some mess- large pom-pomsto buy
- water
- a tub or big bowl
- a strainer, cups or a slotted spoon

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Toy Washing Station
15–45 min 18 mo–7 yrs Some mess- washable toysto buy
- warm water
- two tubs