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Self-awareness
Mirror Magic
Sit in front of a large mirror with your child.
Make silly faces and encourage him to do the same.
Activities and Strategies
for Development
Move your arms, shake your head, and do other movements for him to imitate.
Point to body parts and name a few.
Use your child’s name and point to what he is doing in the mirror. “Mekhi, you
are waving your arms!” See if he will point to himself in the mirror when you ask
“Where is Mekhi?”
When he copies your movements and points to his body, be sure to smile and
be enthusiastic to show your approval.
First Choice
Sit with your child at a table suitable for painting and cover it with newspaper.
Tape a piece of drawing paper to the newspaper.
Cut a sponge to make a piece that is easy for your child to hold. You will also
need a brush about two inches wide, some children’s washable paint, and a paint
shirt or smock.
Put a small amount of paint onto a paper plate. One color is all you need.
Show your child how to dip the sponge in the paint to make prints and how to
use the paint brush.
Let your child choose the sponge or the brush to start with. Let her try both if
she wants to. Assist as needed.
Let the painting dry and hang it on the refrigerator at your child’s eye level for
her to admire. Show it to others in the family to admire, too!
Children are different in their preferences. Your child may prefer to use only the
sponge or brush or she may enjoy both!