Most children love the feeling of finger painting and being allowed to be messy! Fortunately, it's easy to participate in this joy and take a few steps to keep the mess in check.
It's time for tea! A pretend tea party gives children a chance to imitate the adult behaviour they observe at home and incorporate it into their play.
Finger puppets are perfect for entertaining a baby and can be made very quickly. They also travel well. Pop a few in your bag and you're ready to take the show on the road.
Rhymes can be comforting and also a chance for older children to practice their finger skills by acting out little scenes as you sing. Sing or chant anytime, anywhere.
Learning to recognise numbers takes practice. Luckily, this kind of practice is as much fun as a treasure hunt.
Sorting and matching basic geometric shapes and fitting them into corresponding holes is a precursor to more complex puzzles your child will enjoy later. Make your own shape sorter.
Most children love painting and drawing. Here are some ways to support your child's creativity and incorporate drawing and painting into everyday life.
Once your baby can sit easily, roll a ball back and forth across the floor between you. Babies love this and it's a wonderful first step in taking turns!
Letters and numbers are the basic building blocks of writing and reading - but they can also be fun. Games based around letters and numbers are a great way to learn.
Children enjoy opportunities to take on the real-life tasks they see being performed around them every day. Here's an activity that turns chores into fun.
