Baby with Rattle
The page shows a seated baby holding a large rattle up in one hand.
Give it a shake: this simple picture shows a seated baby holding a large rattle up in one hand. The figure stands freely on a white background and is built from a few large shapes.
What can you see?
The baby sits with bent legs and a nappy, smiling. One hand holds a rattle with a round head, a short handle and a simple pattern on the ball. Face, arms, nappy and rattle are easy to tell apart.
Ideas for colouring
- Make the rattle head colourful and pick out the pattern in two colours.
- Keep the nappy light so the rattle stands out.
- Use soft tones for the cheeks and hands.
Who is it for?
With its large shapes and clear outlines the page already suits children from around three years. It fits home, preschool or topics such as play and a first toy. Good to know: a rattle is one of the oldest baby toys, and its sound helps small children connect grasping with hearing.
A little play idea
When the rattle is fully coloured, you can add small arcs or dots around its head to show that it is making a sound. Then guess whether the rattle is quiet or loud and in what rhythm the baby shakes it. If you like, tap the beat on the table or make up a short shaking song. This way the picture links colouring, listening and movement.
