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Start Your Child's Education Early
by: Rachel Thompson Studies have shown that the most important period of a child’s life is
their first five years. Children are capable of learning from a very early age,
so it is ideal to expose them to a nurturing and educational environment during
those years. By providing an environment that is fun-filled, safe and
stimulating, you can ensure that your child gets off to a great start. While adults typically think of play-time as a form of entertainment, it
can actually teach your child a great deal about themselves and the world around
them. Believe it or not, playing peek-a-boo is actually beneficial for your
child. The earlier a child develops these skills, the more significant the long
term impact will be. Self-esteem, confidence, coordination, problem-solving skills, and social
skills, are but a few examples of the benefits that can be gained through play.
Self esteem can be enhanced by responding affectionately to your child’s
actions. Whether they coo, gurgle, burp, cry or smile, giving your child a
positive reaction and providing lots of enthusiasm will have incredible
benefits. Physical coordination can be developed by changing your child’s
position, and allowing him/her the opportunity to move about. Encourage movement
and mobility at an early age by placing toys and objects a short distance away
from your child. Giving your child different toys with different shapes,
textures and colors will encourage interaction and help develop physical
coordination. There are many toys on the market specifically designed to
stimulate creative thought and action. Playing hide-and-seek can help your child develop problem solving skills.
By placing a toy behind your back and encouraging your baby to find it, you will
give your child an early appreciation for cause and effect. Also by giving a
baby a rattle, the baby will comprehend they can make noise by themselves if
they shake it. An understanding of cause and effect will put your child on the
right path to a lifetime of learning. As your child grows older, consider giving your child some household
duties or chores. A child as young as two can start to learn the meaning of
responsibility. Use the word “special†frequently and give them
age-appropriate tasks such as handing out napkins at the dinner table. Be sure
to encourage your child through positive affirmation of his/her actions. The following are other general tips to enhance the developmental stages
of your young child’s life: • Go to the library with your child to pick out a book, and then read it
together. • Encourage your child to explore arts and crafts to develop their
creative side. • The internet is a great educational tool for children. There are some
great sites out there! • Watch TV with your child and talk about what they see on screen. • Buy them educational toys. • Allow your child the opportunity to interact with other children
regularly.
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