A visual guide to hand print and foot print activities Handprint Christmas Tree FootPrint Snow Man Hand and Foot Print Rudolph Foot Print Valentine Hand Print “I love you” in sign language Card  Hand Print Lion Hand Print Elephant Foot Print Ducklings Hand Print and Popcorn Sheep Hand Print Bunnies Foot Print Butterflies Abstract […]
 Sounds can be fun, especially when you’re trying to stump your mom or dad. Your child may enjoy this guessing game so much, he won’t even know he’s getting ready to learn to read!  Tell your child you are thinking of a word that begins with the f-f-f-f-f sound. Ask him to repeat […]
  A fun, eco-friendly activity that uses recycled goods from home to create cute animal pencil cups.   Use recycled materials to create an animal pencil cup. Learn about different animals and their different colors, features, etc. Use fine motor skills to attach small pieces to cans. Reinforce concepts of “same†and “different.†[…]
Celebrate nature and decorate your space!  Show some examples of the things you’d like the children to look for on their walk: small flowers, leaves, etc. Discourage them from choosing sticks or thick items (pinecones, etc) – explain that flat things will work better for your project. Take your group on a nature walk. […]
Many times we walk through gardens without realizing the potential in the soil. This activity invites the preschool child to discover the many possibilities that wait at her feet! Â Before You Start: Find a plant or a tree that is growing in an unusual place. Ask the children how that plant began growing in […]
 Babies love music. Gentle harmonies can soothe a screamer. More upbeat tunes can lift the sagging spirits. Here’s a new song that’s sure to get a giggle from your baby — even if you can’t carry a tune.  Raise your finger in the air so your baby can see it. Then circle it […]
 Babies love to have their arms and legs moved for them, especially before they gain control of their own movements. A good workout helps your baby develop muscles and learn how to use them joyfully. And exercise helps everyone sleep better! Hold the baby’s feet and gently guide them in a cycling motion.  One […]
 When your baby is two or three months old and can raise and hold up her head, you two can begin a wider range of games.  Infant Sit-ups  Lay your baby on the floor (or bed) in front of you or in your lap facing you. Gently pull the baby to a […]
