Learning
by the game
from birth to three
the healthy development of
Babies and toddlers
Roma day, children are enthusiastic and determined to understand
how the world works. They do this through play,
using all the "tools" they have at their disposal.
Watch your child to play, and you'll see the kind of concentration,
creative passion and excitement that artists and scientists
bring to their projects.
An 8-week-old learns about communication and the joy of
close relationships as he smiles, coos and gurgles when his
father speak with him. A 15-month-old uses his body and mind
learn about up and down, up and down, and how strong
and competent, she is on a trip with grandmother at playground.
A 3-year playing pretend develops its own ideas,
uses his imagination, and builds friendships.
Playing with your child is not only fun, it is one of the most
important ways you can feed its development. There's no
rules when it comes to play. And you do not need fancy toys. In
Actually, you're the favorite toy of your child.
Each child is unique. Your child may have special skills or special
Needs. Follow the example of your child. It lets you know what
his interests. When she sees the joy and pleasure that you take
in his discoveries, she'll want to play more and more. PLAY
benefit you, too. Be spontaneous and fun can relieve
stress and create positive memories for both you and your child.
And when your child is engaged and having fun, she learns.
The game is really the work of childhood.
You are the favorite toy of your child. You are the favorite toy of your child.
What you can do:
Safety first
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Remember, your little explorer will need you to keep her safe play areas. Make sure
toys are not the parts that fit all the way into his mouth. Get down to their level to see
it can reach. This is particularly important as it learns to move. This will mean
much less "no", which makes everyone happy.
Watch and wait
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See what your child is trying to do. Provide just enough support to enable it to achieve
his goal or take the next step towards a new goal. You can bring an item from your
newborn is to look more closely, so that he can explore with his hands. Where you can
encourage your child to try another area where the piece of the puzzle could be adapted
when he becomes frustrated.
follow the leader
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Some children like a lot of bells and whistles; many others find overwhelming noise
and prefer to explore with their eyes. Some crave lots of movement, rolling,
crawling, or jumping. Others are more interested in using their hands to understand
how a toy or object works. Follow his example, and you'll discover what types of
activities are good for her.
Birth to 12 months
poses with your baby begins by engaging all the senses. His
eyes, ears, nose, hands and mouth are his tools. As he grows,
he learns to use his body to make discoveries. He starts
attain and enter (be careful with long hair and dangling earrings!)
allowing it to explore new ways toys. By the
time, it is 9 months, he will understand cause and effect, "I
press the button to play music. "It will also understand that things
he can still see exist. That means it will be looking for the ball that rolled
behind the sofa and calling for you when you leave the room. Like him
approaches his first birthday, he will be a great communicator, using gestures,
facial expressions, sounds and perhaps even a few "words" (such as
"Duh" for "dog"). Before you know it, you'll have trouble remembering
when he could not speak.
Close-up: Using all my senses
four monthold of Arsha
son, Jared, loves
his rattle. "Say
look fly, "
Marsha suggests.
It moves the rattle in the air
if Jared can see it. The little Jared
arms and legs go like egg beaters!
When Marsha gives the toy
Jared, he seized and starts
chew. Jared then shakes the rattle
and delights in the soft clink
noise. Soon, Jared fatigue
turns away. Marsha takes
the rattle and continues to shake
in front of the face of Jared. Jared closes
his eyes and starts moaning. "Good,
I got it. Time for a break ", they say
Marsha. She picks up Jared and
hugs him.
Meanwhile game with
mom, Jared learns:
. word sounds and
the rhythm of the language as its
Mom speaks with him.
. communication that he and his
Mom engage in back-and-forth
"Conversation" and her mom
reads and responds to its indices.
. as its own value
see how much pleasure to his mother
gets to play with him.
. imitation and the cause and
perform when he shakes the rattle
like mom and hears the noise.
. eye-hand coordination
it reaches and grabs the rattle.
. when he hears the objects
the rattle sounds, sees colors,
feel its texture, and even odors
and tastes.
Playtime for babies
Back and forth
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Coo and talk to your baby. You can imitate her sounds and wait for her to answer.
Encourage your copy, too. Show her that pushing the button makes the dog toy
bark or how she can turn the pages of a book.
Hello
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Try hiding behind your hands, a diaper, or a onesie as you dress your baby. Early
on, he can show his pleasure simply by paying attention. Then he may smile,
kick his legs, and make sounds. In nine months, it can take your hands away from
your face for you "find".
Sing and dance
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Listen to different kinds of music and dance in different ways to see what your baby
prefer. Sing a favorite song that has been passed down through your family.
Do not worry about the sound of your voice - he loves to hear from you.
Play ball
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Offer a ball with different colors and textures. Let your baby explore with all its
meaning. Encourage her to see what she can do with it. This will eventually help
to learn to roll, drop it in a box and take it out again.
The baby of my neighbor loves her
mobile. He began his arms
and legs and with cries
delight. I even for my laptop
baby, and he hates. He turns his
head and cry every time I turn
the. What does that mean?
Children have different levels of
tolerance. While some can manage
many sounds and movements
at the same time, others find overwhelming.
It seems that your baby is telling you that
this mobile is more than he can handle. Try
just let him look without turning
on music. When it seems to be calm
and enjoy this, try to move it, so gently
it can be seen turning. If he likes it, you can try
adding music. Slowly and sensitive
presenting him more stimulation can
help build greater tolerance over time.
Movers & Shakers
12 to 24 months
PPORTUNITIES game grow by leaps and bounds for your young
toddler. She learns to better communicate with gestures,
sounds and words. She also learns to stand on two feet
walk back and forth - even run, jump, and climb.
And she uses her fingers and hands to play with and explore
more complex way objects. Children also have preferences
how they like to explore. Some items such as action. Others prefer more
calm, calm the game. Look and see the activities your child enjoys.
Toddlers are also entering the world of the imagination. They range from imitation
what they see in "real life" using their imagination. Whether in the sandbox,
in the bath, or on the kitchen floor, children use their bodies and minds to
Learn how this great world, exciting, complicated, and wonderful works.
Close-up: discover the
IRA, 20 months, is busy
with its shape sorter.
When his father, Marcus,
sees it begins
to get frustrated, he gives
a little help putting his hand on
hers. "Let the yellow square
like this. "In this goes." Yes! "Dit-
Kira as she claps her hands, clearly
pleased with his accomplishment.
Marcus encouraged him to try some
Moreover, "a blue circle and green
triangle going. "Kira picks up a
square, shows his father, and said
"Boo." Marcus agrees, "Yes, that
the blue circle. "Kira success
he falls into. "Good job," says Marcus,
"How about a triangle?" But Kira
ready for something new. She leaves
the shape sorter and becomes a book.
"Are we done playing with shapes?"
asked Marcus. "Okay, read about
animals. "Kira cuddles with it
father and opens the book.
As Kira and her dad play it
is to learn about:
. colors, numbers, and
shapes as dad names them.
. communication and new
words as she and Dad talk
all while playing.
. it copies the imitation
Papa said and done.
. hand-eye coordination and
problem solving as she learns
how to enter forms
their spaces.
. confidence she masters
a new skill.
. the joy of reading as it
Dad and explore books together.
. building strong relationships
as she experiences the pleasure of
share his discoveries with dad.
Playtime for Toddlers
Run, climb, and Action Games
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Oldies but goodies like "Ring Around the Rosie" and "London Bridge" encourage children
move, sing, listen, take turns, and cooperate. The park, playground, and back
Court offers chances to run, climb, and play with other children. On a rainy day, try to create
an obstacle course inside.
Let's do it again ... and again ... and again ...
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Through repetition, toddlers understand how things work together and work. They
could fill and empty a bucket several times to learn about full and empty and and
out. They may want to read the same book, and sing the same song, night after
night. This kind of repetition helps children know what to expect. This gives them a
sense of security and control over their world. It also helps them master new skills,
which increases their self-confidence.
Name That Tune
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Now your child can imitate the words and melodies, he will sing songs and love
Have you read books with rhyming words. Words are easier to learn when they
rhyme or are set to music. See if your child knows the following word in the song
Pause before singing. Dance to the music. This is a wonderful way to exercise
these arms and legs and to experience the joy of movement. Provide musical instruments
so he can make his own music, too.
Hands busy
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Toddlers like to do things work. They use their hands and fingers
pushing buttons, opening boxes, and turn the pages. This allows them to do
to get the music box to play their favorite song in the exploration of precious
book. Many children also like finger paint, color, play with modeling clay, or
squeeze the water on a sponge.
I love that my 18-month-old
wants to play with other tod
manuten- but it always seems
to be a battle over a toy. How can I
help to share?
Sharing is a skill that takes a lot of
time and practice to develop. Most
young children do not know how
share. It may seem like your daughter should
Share because it can do other things, like
understand "no" and follow some indications.
However, toddlers do not yet have self
control. And they are still learning about the
the feelings of others. You can help him learn to
Share time playing games turn-taking
and also by modeling how you share things
with her.
Social Butterflies
24 to 36 months
toddlers in lder with physical, problem solving
skills, and love of language, are hungry comrades.
A few months earlier, they may have watched others play, or
even played side by side with another child. Now they are
begin to play together ... sometimes even without a fight!
Older children can with the siblings have had the chance to
taking practical hands and other social skills. For a first or only child, however,
this can be a challenge. Your toddler will develop social skills with time, practice,
and your orientation.
During the third year, there is also a big leap in the ability to use their toddlers
imaginations. They are no longer simply use their broom to sweep toy. It becomes a
dance partner or a horse cowboy. Two years often spend much time in
pretend play with friends. Approaching three, they start making stories
and "Rules" for their games. Pretend play also helps children work through
difficult experiences, like saying goodbye to a parent to child care.
Close-up: pretend with me
Anya is watching
almost three years
daughter, Maria, to play with
his friend Ben. They are
pretending to be kittens.
Mom helped them draw whiskers
using her makeup. Their tails
once there. Maria and Ben crawl
fours and "meow".
Tanya sets a shoebox "bowl" of the imagination
milk on the floor. "You will have
in turn as Nice kitties do. "
Maria and Ben giggle between
Slurps. Maria then notices that Ben
the tail is longer. "I want the big cock!" She
shouts as she grabs. Tanya intervenes
"Stop, Maria. You can not take Ben
tail! "Tanya decides to redirect
suggesting they make new tails on
of paper they can decorate.
Maria and Ben get excited to work.
When Tanya joined Maria
Ben into play, it helps
develop:
. creativity as they make their
Kitty costumes.
. language skills as they talk
as they play together.
. as they take turns sharing
"Drinking" their milk.
. self-control as Tanya helps
Maria understood limits.
. problem-solving skills
Tanya helps them work through
the tail crisis.
. understanding of symbols
they use the shoebox up a
bowl. This will help them prepare
acquire skills that require symbolic
think like reading and math.
Playtime for Toddlers aged
Family and friends
Invite a friend to come and play. Visit the neighborhood park or the home of a cousin. This
gives your child a chance to play in ways that expose it to many cultures. These are
also great opportunities to act as coach your child by helping him learn to share and
resolve conflicts. It can learn new skills by watching other children, too.
Say It With Music
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"Statue", "Freeze," and "Hokey Pokey-" music games are fun. They offer opportunities
listen and follow directions. They also teach the words and sounds
and enable children to move and exercise their bodies. Toy drums, tambourines, and
other instruments add to the fun.
Quiet Reading
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A breeze does not always have to be full of action. Look at books, listen to
stories and drawing pictures build imagination and language skills of your child.
Many children love playing with sand, mud, or paste. These activities can be
soothing and relaxing. Provide art supplies like paper, pencils, paints and allow
to create with their hands.
Mime
Encourage fantasy game disguise by providing clothing and other accessories. Use objects as
hats, scarves, backpacks, bowls and containers, responsible for the music, and all you remaining
and your child can find. Join the fun. When you get involved, you can help
develop ideas and also learn about his thoughts and feelings as she acts
through the game.
My 2 years is so shy. He
will not leave my side, talking
person, or try anything
our new nursery. how can I help
open to him?
Children are born with their individ
UAL way of living the world,
known for their temperament. This
sounds like your son, like many children, needs
time and support to feel safe in new situations.
Try to speak in advance of what the
new experience might look like and inviting a
children over to play. Once you are
there, explore together, talk about what the
other children are doing, and join another parent
and child to an activity. Taking a slow,
sensitive approach should help your son feel
more comfortable in new situations.
By choosing
a good toy
When I walk into the store, I
am overwhelmed by the
videos, computer games, and
other electronic toys that claim
make smarter babies. how do I know
What to buy?
Do not be fooled by the "make your
smarter babies "claims. There is no
Research shows that these
products increase brain power of a child. In fact,
housewares security - such as plastic
bowls for filling and dumping, pillows
climbing or doing a cave and old clothes
to dress - are excellent learning tools.
Classics like blocks, dump trucks, stuffed animals,
and objects that mimic the "real life" such
the hammers of toys and games are great kitchens
Development of the imagination. And do not
forget the books! The more a child must
use his body and mind to solve problems and
develop their own ideas, the more he learns.
Some other types of toys that can be useful for learning. Whereas they
are classified by age group, you will find that many will be helpful to
different steps.
From birth to 9 months: Toys that engage the senses of your baby, as
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mobiles, rattles, chew toys, and chunky board books and cloth. Toys that help
learn cause and effect, such as pop-up toys and busy boxes.
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9 to 18 months: Toys that mimic real life, such as plastic tools, play food,
and livestock farms. Problem-solving toys that help children learn how things
together as shape sorters and nesting cups. Push and pull toys and balls
also allow young children spend their bodies active.
18-36 month: Materials that help them use their hands to create as
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modeling clay, crayons and finger paints. The objects that help children to use their imagination,
such as disguise clothing, figurines and animals, dolls and stuffed animals.
Remember…
You make a difference
How your child learns
through the game.
. Join his game. Delight in their discoveries. When learning takes place in
the context of romantic relationships, children become eager, lifelong learners.
. See what your child is trying to do or understand. Think of all that
learning can be as depreciation and floating when he drops different objects
in the bath.
. Provide the support it needs to accomplish its goal. Does she
need you to lift it to touch an interesting object; standing behind her to help
make it up the stairs of the blade; provide more blocks to make more
tower?
. New challenges present when you see that it is ready. When he learns
to crawl, move a desired object a little further so that he can live
the power and the joy of movement. When entering the world of make-believe,
suggests that his stack of blocks might also become a barn for his animals set.
. Be spontaneous and have fun. Game should not feel like work. This
should be a happy exciting time that you share with your child. So relax and
Have fun. The game is good for you, too.
Dear Parents:
The game is fun and important to young children's intellectual, social, emotional, and
Physic
al development. Through play, children learn problem solving, interpersonal relations
skills, communication, and other skills integral to success in school and life.
The game is also important because it leads you. Maybe nothing
