1. Kim and Carrots: There are colors and shapes everywhere as Kim creates a gift for Mommy. Absorbing the meaning of descriptive words like “blue” and “square” takes time. But real experiences add up to real understanding. As Kim handles the stickers and talks about them with Daddy, the concepts slowly take on meaning.
2. Play Dough: Young children can find many ways to delight in this inviting material. Before children begin to represent the real world with clay or play dough, they need lots of opportunities to poke, squeeze, pound, and simply explore its properties. As they do, they strengthen the muscles and coordination that will someday be needed for writing. Play dough helps children build an understanding of size, color, and texture.
3. Stickers, Stamps, and Bows: Decorations…
