Boost Your Baby's Brain Power With Play
I came across an article about how boosting your baby's brain power is child's play. It gently reminds us that the best way for our babies and toddlers to learn anything is through play. It does not require an investment on the part of the parents, except for the investment of our time. It is so important to talk to our babies and read to our babies and play with our babies. Scotland has launched a campaign called Play-Talk-Read to make parents aware of how easy it is to give your child a strong start in life. It all occurs during the early years and is a fun way to interact and bond with your child. Check out their website for books you can view online and videos that show you how to play-talk-read to your child. www.playtalkread.org They have a great website with lots of information and tips on how to interact with your little ones. You can view the entire article here.
"The Play Talk Read campaign is brilliant. I've met lots of parents who find the website really helpful. It just nudges your memory with ideas for having fun with babies and toddlers, while helping along their natural development."
For more play ideas, hints and tips on how to keep your little one stimulated and to find some interactive fun, visit the Scottish Government's Early Years website www.playtalkread.org
Keep them entertained
FINDING new and exciting ways to play with your little ones doesn't need to cost much. By simply making time to read books, sing songs, pull funny faces or play with whatever's to hand, you can help to give them the best possible start in life.
Ready, set, scribble: Simply grab some paper and let your little ones get creative with pencils or crayons.
Treasure trail: Wrap up warm and head to the local park, forest or beach to collect as many items as possible such as sticks, stones, leaves or shells. Once home stick them to a piece of paper to make your own creative pictures.
Make a secret den: Transform part of your home in to a secret hideaway by throwing a sheet over a table or chairs and giving them a new space to play in!
Playing outdoors: Getting out in the fresh air as often as possible is important for your little one's well being. It also gives them a chance to play with what nature has to offer from water and wind to earth.
Make salt dough: Children really love messy play. All you need is a cup of flour, half a cup of salt, a couple of tablespoons of vegetable oil and a cup of water. Mix all of the ingredients together in a saucepan on a low heat, then leave to cool. Then you have your own plasticine to roll out or make shapes with.
Cook together: No matter what you are rustling up there are great ways to get them involved and excited! Cupcakes are fun to make and a great way to let them get creative. For really simple recipes see www.netmums.com/food/cooking_with_kids
Making things: Keep your old margarine tubs and build a tower together - your tots will love knocking it down when they are finished!
Tell a story: Reading is a great way of developing your wee ones' language skills from an early age. So why not make reading as fun as possible - try singing or acting out the story to keep them entertained.
Visit www.monkisee.com to view the Baby Reading Kit. It contains a wonderful selection of books, videos and flash cards to help parents give their babies a string start in language while they play, talk and read.
"The Play Talk Read campaign is brilliant. I've met lots of parents who find the website really helpful. It just nudges your memory with ideas for having fun with babies and toddlers, while helping along their natural development."
For more play ideas, hints and tips on how to keep your little one stimulated and to find some interactive fun, visit the Scottish Government's Early Years website www.playtalkread.org
Keep them entertained
FINDING new and exciting ways to play with your little ones doesn't need to cost much. By simply making time to read books, sing songs, pull funny faces or play with whatever's to hand, you can help to give them the best possible start in life.
Ready, set, scribble: Simply grab some paper and let your little ones get creative with pencils or crayons.
Treasure trail: Wrap up warm and head to the local park, forest or beach to collect as many items as possible such as sticks, stones, leaves or shells. Once home stick them to a piece of paper to make your own creative pictures.
Make a secret den: Transform part of your home in to a secret hideaway by throwing a sheet over a table or chairs and giving them a new space to play in!
Playing outdoors: Getting out in the fresh air as often as possible is important for your little one's well being. It also gives them a chance to play with what nature has to offer from water and wind to earth.
Make salt dough: Children really love messy play. All you need is a cup of flour, half a cup of salt, a couple of tablespoons of vegetable oil and a cup of water. Mix all of the ingredients together in a saucepan on a low heat, then leave to cool. Then you have your own plasticine to roll out or make shapes with.
Cook together: No matter what you are rustling up there are great ways to get them involved and excited! Cupcakes are fun to make and a great way to let them get creative. For really simple recipes see www.netmums.com/food/cooking_with_kids
Making things: Keep your old margarine tubs and build a tower together - your tots will love knocking it down when they are finished!
Tell a story: Reading is a great way of developing your wee ones' language skills from an early age. So why not make reading as fun as possible - try singing or acting out the story to keep them entertained.
Visit www.monkisee.com to view the Baby Reading Kit. It contains a wonderful selection of books, videos and flash cards to help parents give their babies a string start in language while they play, talk and read.
Posted by Krista G. at 10/17/2011 6:07 AM 
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