Take time to show baby how things work in the bathroom. Run some warm water from the faucet, let her move her hands back and forth under the stream, and then dry her hands with a soft towel. Show her how the toilet flushes, how you brush your teeth, how she can try out her […]
Hold and sing to young babies. Even when babies are able to hold their own bottle, they should be held. Being cuddled frequently assists to build the child’s self-worth, security, and tactile system. Propping an infant with a bottle is a choking hazard.   Rock, sway, and swing your baby gently to help them develop […]
Your kids will love these splish-splashing bathtub games. Â Bath time doesn’t have to be a struggle, or even just a wash-and-go affair. Try these activities for tons of tub fun, and both you and your child will look forward to happy bath time: Â 1. Make a hand puppet by sewing two washcloths together. […]
Make your art roll. If your child can’t put down his favorite car to pick up a brush, let him use the vehicle as a brush. Show him how to drive trucks and trains over puddles of wash-able paint on a cookie sheet, then roll off the paint in designs on paper taped to the […]
Teamwork between parents and teachers is essential to get your child ready to read. At home and in preschool, the best way to develop pre-reading skills is through fun and games. Here’s how to start your child off right. Â Connect with the Teacher Do you need an appointment or is there an open-door policy? […]
Schools may not offer your child an art program, but there are many ways you can build art interest and appreciation at home: Talk about art. Your enthusiasm will be contagious, whether you’re discussing a painting at a local museum or a family quilt you are making. Tour your town’s architecture, too, comparing structures and […]
Humor is one of a number of things — like art or dramatic play — that children can create. Humor, in turn, fosters a relaxed and playful climate in which further creativity is more likely to occur. Humor, creativity, playfulness, and play are closely connected, so a home or classroom that’s conducive to any of […]
Like food and shelter, a child’s need for sleep is basic. The healthiest, happiest kids are the best rested. A child’s ability to learn, imagine, create, and socialize are all linked to getting a sound night’s sleep, as rest gives a growing body and brain a chance to consolidate experiences, archive the day’s memories, and […]
