The Third Approach of Baby Language games and activitiesLabel Body Parts GameThis baby language game is suitable for 3-6 + months babiesAs your baby begins to be more aware of the world around her, she will explore how her body works. Giving her the words for her body parts helps her to recognize them--- then someday she will be able to name them herself Things you may needYou just need your bodies to play this game, and baby books showing people also work well, so you can point to and identify different body parts. Play InstructionRecord your baby when he is being particularly vocal. Or record a back-and-forth conversation between you and your baby. Play the recorded sounds back and watch your baby's reactions. It may stimulate him to say even more words, or he may be quiet and listen. Either response is helpful in encouraging your baby's further exploration of language and communication. Mirror GameTo encourage your baby's self-awareness, give him the opportunity to look in the mirror. It's not vanity---- It's education! This baby language game is suitable for 3-6 + months babiesThings you may needAll you need for this baby language game is a mirror big enough so you can easily see each other.Play InstructionSit with your baby on your lap in front of a mirror so he can see his face. Point out his features in the mirror. "Those are Andre's eyes. There is Andre's nose." Comment on his facial expression. "Andre is smiling. See Andre's mouth smile? Andre must be happy."Name clothingTaking with your baby as you give her personal care helps her develop a fuller awareness of herself and her immediate surroundings. This baby language game is suitable for 6+ months babiesThings you may needYour baby's usual clothing is all you need. Play InstructionAs you dress your baby, lift up each piece of clothing and show it to her. Say," Here is Ginger's Shirt. Touch Ginger's shirt." Let her touch the shirt, or help her touch the shirt. Then tell her," Time to put on Ginger's shirt." Do this with different pieces of her clothing, naming each one. What's baby's NameYour baby will be able to recognize her own name at about 4 months of age, and research shows that she uses it as a marker to help her understand other words that you use when speaking and singing to her. So helping your child learn to recognize her name is crucial for her language development. This baby language game is suitable for 0-6+ months babiesThings you may needPlay InstructionThroughout the day as you interact with your child, in addition to speaking her name, also sing it in a song you choose from Personalized children songs. or simply play the songs, then ask your baby:"who is Michael(your baby's name)?" wait your baby's response, if he doesn't understand, point to your baby say:" you are Michael(your baby's name)?" This is yours, This is mommy'sVery young babies don't just think they are the center of the universe they think they are the universe. One of their developmental stages is the ability to form a separate identity from the world, and the people around them. Your baby is likely to identify most strongly with his primary caregiver, so helping him understand that the primary caregiver is a separate person encourages your baby's self-awareness. This baby language suitable for 0-6 months babiesThings you may needNothing special is necessary for this game, just use your baby and everyday objects around you.Play InstructionWhen your baby is awake in his crib, or when you are holding him in your arms, touch your nose and say:" This is Mommy's nose." Then touch your baby's nose and say:"This is Tommy's nose." Touch other parts of your body and your baby's. As your baby gets older, you can also identity belongings this way:" This is Mommy's book. That is Tommy's book." Hand print GameYour baby will grow bigger much faster than you can believe, so it's fun to have a visual reminder of how small she once was. Plus, the experience of doing this activity makes your baby more aware of her hands. You can also make this a footprint game---- or do both at same time. This baby language game is suitable for 6+months babiesThings you may needMaterials for this game include cardboard, a T-shirt, construction paper or other surfaces to apply your baby's prints to, nontoxic paint, wipes, and a small paintbrush. Play InstructionUsing a small amount of nontoxic paint, brush a little on your baby's hand with your fingers (or a small paintbrush), starting at her fingers and working down her palm. Stamp her hand on paper or the surface you are applying the print to. Let it dry, then hand it on the wall or put it in a photo album to show to her later. Periodically do more handprints (or footprints) to show your baby's growth. Where is my baby gameThis is a version of hide-and-seek that doesn't required your baby to be mobile, and may provoke some giggles when realizes your are trying to find him. This baby language game is suitable for 6+months babiesThings you may needAll you need is some furniture to look under and behind.Play InstructionThis game is most fun if another adult or child joins in. While your baby is on the floor, being held by another person, or in another position to observe you,say,"Where is Jacques?"I just saw him." Pretend looking around. Then be very surprised to find the baby.One for you, One for meAs your baby learns about herself, she begins to see herself as a separate person, and taking turns helps reinforce her awareness of "me" and "you". This game is a simple and stress-free way to introduce this concept to your baby. This baby language is suitable for 6-9 +months babiesThings you needA collection of toys and dolls.Play InstructionGather your baby's toys, and play this simple turn-taking game. Put one toy in front of your baby and say:" That is Jenny's." Put one in front of yourself and say:" This is Mommy's." Repeat until they toys have been distributed and then enjoy playing with your baby. Show baby's hands gameYour baby discovers his hands at about three months of age. Encouraging him to use them and manipulate objects with them gives him a feeling of control over himself and his environment. This baby language is suitable for 3-6+ months babiesThings you may needAll you need are your baby's hands. Play InstructionShow your baby his hands at various times throughout the day. For example, when you are dressing him, you might put his arm through a sleeve and say:" Where is Mitchell's hand? Here is Mitchell's hand!" and show your baby his hand. Offer him a toy, saying:" Where is Mitchell's hand? Here it is." Then put the toy in his hand. He may not grasp it right away, but over time he will learn what you expect him to do. Rub baby's tummy gameUsing gentle touch can help you and your baby bond. This game is also about helping your baby understand and experience her body. This baby language is suitable for 0+ months babiesThings you may needYou don't need anything for this game, but baby lotion can add a little variety.Play InstructionWith a light, gentle touch,stroke your baby's bare belly and say,"This is Tyra's tummy." Use a little lotion on your hands, if you and your baby like that. If your baby enjoys tickling, you can try that,too. Turn it into a game:"1,2,3...tickle!" Your baby will learn to anticipate the tickle, and that increases her enjoyment of the game.Squeaky toy gameAs your baby gains motor control over her body, she will develop the ability to grasp objects. Encouraging her efforts helps her understand what her body is capable of doing. Suitable for 3-6 months babiesThings you may needA baby-appropriate toy that squeaks is all you need, Play InstructionWith your baby in her crib or held by another person, squeak a squeaky toy and offer it to her. She may just wiggle her arms and legs at first, but soon she will reach for the toy and grasp it. When she's able to make it squeak herself, she will have a proud feeling of accomplishment. The game helps her understand what her hands can do.
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