Skill· 19mo–21mo· 2 min

The Firemen

This helps exercise motor coordination. Begin this activity by sitting on the floor with your child. Read him a story about firemen. Then invite your child to run around the room as if he were a fire truck, making the sound the fire truck m

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What you'll need

You'll need a firemen story. This helps exercise motor coordination.

How it works

  1. 1~30s

    Alright, let's get started! The purpose of this activity is to exercise motor coordination. Therefore, we'll be exercising the physical developmental area, more specifically, your toddler's gross motor skill. To complete this activity, you will need a Firemen story. you, watch your child closely — I'd love to hear what you notice about how they responds.

    Watch for: Little One copy everyday sounds, like a car or phone.

  2. 2~30s

    Great, now let's try the next part. Begin this activity by sitting on the floor with your child. Read him or her a story about Firemen. Sheila and Michael were walking down the street. Tell me what your child does — any reaction counts!

    Watch for: Little One pay attention to an adult reading a book for a few minutes.

  3. 3~30s

    One more thing to try. Sheila said, Michael, let's go into the fire station. She knocked on the door. Then invite your child to run around the room as if he or she were a fire truck making the sound the fire truck makes as well. During this exercise, observe your toddler stays balanced when standing or walking and deliberately imitates movements. How does your child handle this? What do you see?

    Watch for: Little One thi helps exercise motor coordination.

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