No Biting!
This interactive book is a great introduction to what is acceptable behavior for toddlers. For each inappropriate behavior, there is an alternative appropriate behavior shown under the flap.
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Binky
What could be worse than misplacing something really important to you? Your toddler will be captivated and may even relate to the desperation this toddler feels as he looks for his lost binky.
Drop! Plop!
Take advantage of your child’s interest in grabbing items and putting them into containers to help develop the fine motor skills he will need for future writing.
Animal Sing Along
This fun activity will combine singing and pretend play as you bring one of her toy animals to life as it performs a favorite tune.
Bows and Toes
If your child loves to repeat the same sound over and over, this is demonstrating his budding skills in phonological awareness. Take advantage of his love for repetition to introduce the concept of rhyming.
Cozy Reading Nook
Create a comfortable and cozy reading nook at home to show your child how much you value books and reading.
Water Painting Fun
This outdoor activity will allow your child to experience a new way of drawing on a unique surface with a paint brush, just like a grownup! Be sure to plan this activity on an “ok to get wet” day.
Crash, Bang Letters!
Here is a fun knock-down activity that will expose your child to alphabet letters. Choose a room that has open space and hard flooring like tile or hardwood.
Paper Towel Beading
Here is an opportunity to engage your child in a two-part activity that will strengthen those fine motor muscles of the hand and fingers.
Play Song Rhyme Time
This Sound Play activity incorporates lively play songs that use rhyme, alliteration and repetition, which allow your baby to hear the important sound patterns of speech.
