Creative
Little Plane
Directions: Point to the picture of the plane. Say the rhyme below to your baby. The first time say the rhyme in a louder voice and the second time in a softer voice.
Health & Care
Fly Little Bird
Directions: Lay on your back on the floor, bounce your baby securely on your shins holding on to her body. Make sure your legs are moving, not your pelvis, as you bounce. Whe...
Health & Care
Self-Feeding
Directions: Cut up half of a banana into very small pieces. Encourage her to eat with her hands by modeling first and then letting her try.
Social Emotional
The First Signs
Directions: When you anticipate that your baby is hungry, ask him, "Do you want some milk? Are you ready for some milk?" Sit your baby on your lap so that he is facing you an...
Cognitive
Blocks
Directions: Say, "Blocks, let's play with blocks". Place four to five blocks in front of your infant. Let her handle, pick up, put down, and explore the blocks freely. Follow...
Physical
Hip Lifts
Directions: Place your little one on her back. Her feet should be flat on the ground. Slide your hands around her waist while holding her back. Raise her torso two to four in...
Health & Care
Boat Pose
Directions: Have your child look at the picture below. Sit on the floor next to your child and put your legs straight in front of you. Next hold up your legs with your hands....
Social Emotional
First Signs
Directions: Each time you prepare your baby for bed say "bed" out loud as you sign the word for bed. Do this as soon as you begin your bedtime routine and then again right be...
Social Emotional
Social Network
Directions: Network with other parents in your neighborhood or join a parents' group. Invite them over for a baby day, take a stroll in the park, or have a parent-baby outing.
Physical
Pulling Up
Directions: Place your infant on the floor to sit; stand next to him. Holding his hand encourage him to pull himself up while maintaining balance. He will fall several times ...
Social Emotional
Stay Close
Directions: Introduce your baby to new people from the safety of your arms. Ask the person or family member to approach your baby slowly. You can give them one of your baby's...
Health & Care
Spinach, Mango, And Pear
Directions: Wash, peel, core, and dice mango and pear. Heat oil over medium-high heat. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Drain excess oil from spinach. Place spinach, mango,...
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