It is natural to think that children struggling with beginning reading may just need more time to settle in and that they will catch...
You can spark your toddler’s interest in the alphabet simply by talking and pointing to letters while you share a cozy reading session!
To grasp and control pencils and crayons, your toddler needs plenty of time to explore and experiment with appropriate materials that develop fine motor skills. Encouraging him to push toy cars or trucks around is a fun way to give him some fine motor practice.
Simple handmade materials are very effective in developing letter knowledge skills. This activity uses a homemade alphabet chart and magnetic or foam letters to provide practice in matching letters.
Extend your child’s learning through an imaginative writing activity designed to help her think about food allergies.
There are so many feelings that can happen in a day. In this activity, your child will explore different emotions while also practicing beginning writing skills.
The next time you are working in the yard or planting a plant, give your child a chance to help out while asking questions, introducing new words and inviting him to solve problems.
Your baby is learning to notice sounds all around her more and more each day. Try making noisy socks for her to listen to the sounds of her world.
Play dough is a great way for your child to develop strength and control in her hands, fingers and wrists. He will certainly give his fine motor muscles a workout as he pounds, pinches and pokes the dough.
The most fun thing to do with fruit is to eat it, but we can have fun with our other senses, too! In this activity, your child will use his five senses to describe various fruits or snacks.
Give your child fine motor practice in the sand with this quick and simple activity. It’s failure-free and lots of fun!
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.
