Simon says… II
This helps reinforce the recognition of family members. Begin this activity reviewing the members of your family with your child by showing him a family portrait and asking him to identify each one. Now, explain to your toddler that you both will be playin
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What you'll need
This helps reinforce the recognition of family members.
How it works
- 1~30s
Alright, let's get started! The purpose of this activity is to reinforce the recognition of family members. Therefore we'll be exercising the social and emotional developmental area, more specifically identity and bonding. you, watch your child closely — I'd love to hear what you notice about how they responds.
Watch for: Little One swing arms in circles or side to side, copying your moves.
- 2~30s
Great, now let's try the next part. Begin by reviewing the members of your family with your child using a family portrait and asking him or her to identify each member. Now explain to your toddler that you both will be playing, Simon Says, where you will be Simon and here she will have to follow your instructions. Tell me what your child does — any reaction counts!
Watch for: Little One copy everyday sounds, like a car or phone.
- 3~30s
One more thing to try. Ask your child to do different actions that his or her family members do, like playing sports. During this exercise, observe your toddler portrays family members while playing. This can do to stimulate growth in your child every day. How does your child handle this? What do you see?
Watch for: Little One imitate family members during play.