Setting the Stage for Tactile Understanding - American Printing ...

CombNote: It is very important to use the comb includedin this kit for tactual exploration only, not forfunctional use. Provide a personal comb for eachchild and discourage sharing personal items.• Have the child explore a variety of combs —different sizes, shapes, and colors. Visit the haircare aisle in a discount/variety store and allowthe child to handle an assortment of combs.• Explore places where combs are stored —bathroom drawers, purses, and so forth.• Compare the shape and feel of combs to the shape and feel of hairbrushes.• Practice hand skills of grasping a comb and combing downward throughone’s hair.• Allow the child to independently comb and style her own hair.• Allow the child to comb and style someone else’s hair or a doll’s hair.13 Showtime