Challenge your children to always be aware of their surroundings – this can encourage curiosity about the world, as well as being a valuable skill if they are ever lost or in danger.

• When you are out somewhere with your children, test them to see what they have noticed about the location, the people, the food, etc
• Encourage the children to use all their senses – not just what they can see, but what they can hear, touch, smell and even taste
• Make up games (even “I Spy” works) to encourage even very young children to notice things