Peekaboo with cloth
Builds object permanence and shared joy
Duration
5 min
Steps
5 simple steps
Materials
1 household items
Why this matters
Peekaboo reassures your baby that even when you disappear for a second, you always return — laying the foundation for secure attachment.
What you need
- A soft cotton dupatta or muslin cloth
How to do it
Sit facing your baby during a calm, alert wake window.
Gently hold a light cotton cloth in front of your face and say 'Where did I go?' in a sing-song voice.
Pause for two seconds to build playful anticipation.
Lower the cloth with a joyful smile and say 'Peek-a-boo! Here I am!'
Repeat 3–5 times, following your baby's eye contact and giggles.
Finished doing this activity?
Mark it done when you and your child have tried it.
Parent tip · What to say
“Keep pauses brief and expressions gentle so the disappearance feels delightful, not startling.”
What your child practices
Visual tracking, anticipating familiar routines, and early object permanence.
Safety & Supervision
Never leave cloths or dupattas draped over baby unattended; always keep the cloth in your hands.
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