Prep: None / Activity Time: 4-5 Minutes
Even if you don’t consider yourself to be a good singer, your baby loves the sound of your voice. Humming and singing to your baby soothes him and gives you some happy bonding time.
- your voice!
- lullabies, nursery rhymes, “homemade” songs
Step 1: Hold your baby in your arms, either while walking or sitting.
Step 2: Sing a song or hum a melody. You can use an actual song or you can make up your own song. Use a soothing tone of voice. Here’s one to try:
Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are
Up above the world so high
Like a diamond in the sky
Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are!
Find more easy at-home activities to help build your baby's pre-reading skills, or find a recommended children's book to read with your infant.
