1. Talk throughout the day.
    Example: “I am pouring the milk into the cup.”

 2. Follow your child’s lead.
     Example: If your child is interested in trucks, talk about trucks together.

 3. Ask a question and wait.
     Example: “What do you notice?” then pause and listen.

 4. Praise with specific words.
     Example: “Great job putting away your clothes!”

 5. Use routines as learning time.
     Example: Count steps as you walk.

 6. Read together every day.
     Example: Read one short book before bedtime.

 7. Talk about feelings.
    Example: “You look frustrated. Do you want help?”

 8. Give choices to build independence.
     Example: “Do you want the red cup or the blue cup?”

 9. Encourage effort and persistence.
     Example: “Great job keeping on trying.”

10. Keep learning playful.
    Example: Turn cleanup into a game.

1. Name what your child sees.
     Example: “Dog. Big dog.”

 2. Repeat and add one word.
     Example: Child says “ball.” You say, “Blue ball.”

 3. Sing simple songs often.
     Example: Sing during bath time.

 4. Read short books with pictures.
     Example: Point and name what you see.

 5. Offer two choices.
     Example: “Banana or apple?”

 6. Use gestures with words.
     Example: Wave while saying “bye-bye.”

 7. Describe actions during routines.
     Example: “Now we are putting on socks.”

 8. Practice turn-taking.
     Example: Roll a ball back and forth.

 9. Help name basic feelings.
     Example: “You are happy!”

10. Praise specific actions.
      Example: “Great job putting your cup on the table!”

11. Keep directions simple.
      Example: “Sit down, please.”

12. Give time to respond.
      Example: Ask a question and wait quietly.

13. Use everyday objects for play.
      Example: Stack plastic cups.

14. Encourage pointing.
      Example: “Show me the cat.”

15. Make cleanup a routine.
      Example: “Toys go in the box.”

16. Label colors and shapes.
      Example: “Red car. Round ball.”

17. Use positive words more than ‘no.’
      Example: “Hands stay gentle.”

18. Celebrate communication attempts.
      Example: “Great job telling me!”

19. Practice simple counting.
      Example: “One, two” while climbing steps.

20. End the day with connection.
      Example: A hug and a short story.

 1. Ask open-ended questions.
     Example: “What do you think is happening?”

 2. Encourage pretend play.
     Example: Pretend to cook together.

 3. Let your child help with tasks.
     Example: Sort socks by color.

 4. Practice counting daily.
     Example: Count apples into a bag.

 5. Talk about shapes and colors.
     Example: “That sign is a red circle.”

 6. Read and predict.
     Example: “What do you think comes next?”

 7. Encourage drawing and scribbling.
     Example: Draw a picture for a family member.

 8. Teach feeling words.
     Example: “You seem disappointed.”

 9. Practice simple directions.
     Example: “Put the book on the table.”

10. Build vocabulary with new words.
      Example: “That is enormous!”

11. Play turn-taking games.
      Example: Roll a die and take turns.

12. Encourage storytelling.
      Example: “Tell me about your drawing.”

13. Use specific praise.                                                                                                                                                                            Example: “Great job waiting your turn!”

14. Model problem-solving out loud.
      Example: “This piece does not fit. I will try another.”

15. Use routines to build independence.
      Example: Let your child try zipping first.

16. Practice sorting.
      Example: Put all the spoons in one pile.

17. Use songs with actions.
      Example: Clap while singing.

18. Offer choices to reduce power struggles.
      Example: “Shoes first or jacket first?”

19. Praise effort, not perfection.
      Example: “Great job trying hard!”

20. Create short one-on-one talk time.
      Example: Talk together for a few minutes without screens.

1. Talk about letters in everyday places.
     Example: “Your name starts with E.”

 2. Play sound games.
     Example: “What sound does ‘ball’ start with?”

 3. Encourage retelling stories.
     Example: “What happened first, next, last?”

 4. Ask “why” and “how” questions.
     Example: “Why do you think that happened?”

 5. Practice counting and number recognition.
     Example: Find numbers on signs.

 6. Sort and classify objects.
     Example: Sort toys by type.

 7. Encourage writing attempts.
     Example: “Write your name the best you can.”

 8. Build fine motor skills.
     Example: Use playdough or beads.

 9. Play games with rules.
     Example: Play a simple board game.

10. Practice taking turns in conversation.
      Example: “My turn to talk, then your turn.”

11. Use specific praise.
      Example: “Great job cleaning up your blocks!”

12. Encourage independence with support.
      Example: Let your child pour water with help.

13. Talk about feelings and coping.
      Example: “Let’s take deep breaths together.”

14. Encourage problem-solving.
      Example: “What could we try next?”

15. Build attention with short activities.
      Example: Do a puzzle together.

16. Encourage curiosity.
      Example: “Let’s find out together.”

17. Practice describing.
      Example: “Tell me what it looks like.”

18. Use patterns in play.
      Example: “Red, blue, red, blue.”

19. Talk about time and routines.
      Example: “After dinner, we read.”

20. Celebrate effort and kindness.
      Example: “Great job helping your friend.”

 1. Encourage longer conversations.
     Example: “Tell me about your day.”

 2. Practice multi-step directions.
     Example: “Get your shoes and bring your backpack.”

 3. Encourage storytelling with details.
     Example: “Who was there? What happened?”

 4. Practice writing in real ways.
     Example: Write a note together.

 5. Build letter-sound skills naturally.
     Example: “B says /b/ like ball.”

 6. Read and discuss stories.
     Example: “Why did the character do that?”

 7. Practice counting and simple adding.
     Example: “You have 2. One more makes 3.”

 8. Encourage persistence with challenges.
     Example: “Great job sticking with it!”

 9. Practice self-control through games.
     Example: Play “Freeze” with music.

10. Encourage planning.
      Example: “What do we need to pack for tomorrow?”

11. Use specific praise.
      Example: “Great job putting your dishes in the sink!”

12. Talk about emotions and choices.
      Example: “What could you do when you feel mad?”

13. Encourage independence.
      Example: Let your child dress with minimal help.

14. Practice problem-solving steps.
      Example: “What is the problem? What is one idea?”

15. Encourage empathy.
      Example: “How do you think they felt?”

16. Build attention with short tasks.
      Example: Finish a short puzzle together.

17. Encourage curiosity and questions.
     Example: “That is a great question. Let’s learn more.”

18. Practice organizing and cleanup.
      Example: Put toys in labeled bins.

19. Encourage positive friendships.
      Example: Practice saying “Can I play with you?”

20. Celebrate growth.
      Example: “Great job improving with practice!”

Literacy includes listening, speaking, reading, and early writing.

 1. Read together every day.
     Example: Read a short book before bedtime.

 2. Talk about pictures in books.
     Example: “What do you see on this page?”

 3. Read favorite books again and again.
     Example: Notice something new each time you read it.

 4. Encourage your child to retell stories.
     Example: “What happened at the end?”

 5. Point to words as you read.
     Example: Slide your finger under the sentence.

 6. Let your child see you write.
     Example: Write a grocery list together.

 7. Encourage drawing and scribbling.
     Example: “Great job drawing your picture.”

 8. Praise writing efforts.
     Example: “Great job trying to write your name!”

 9. Connect stories to real life.
     Example: “This story reminds me of our trip to the park.”

10. Make reading enjoyable.
      Example: Snuggle together while reading.

Math includes counting, numbers, patterns, and problem-solving.

 1. Count during daily routines.
     Example: Count steps as you walk.

 2. Use number words often.
     Example: “You have two shoes.”

 3. Compare sizes and amounts.
     Example: “Which cup is bigger?”

 4. Sort objects.
     Example: Sort laundry by color.

 5. Look for numbers in the environment.
     Example: Point out numbers on signs.

 6. Talk about patterns.
     Example: “Red, blue, red, blue.”

 7. Ask thinking questions.
     Example: “How did you figure that out?”

 8. Encourage problem-solving.
     Example: “What could we try next?”

 9. Play games with rules and turns.
     Example: Roll a die and take turns.

10. Praise math thinking.
      Example: “Great job counting all the blocks!”

Science includes observing, exploring, asking questions, and learning about the world.

 1. Encourage curiosity.
     Example: “What do you notice?”

 2. Explore nature together.
     Example: Look at leaves or bugs outside.

 3. Talk about cause and effect.
     Example: “What happens when we add water?”

 4. Ask open-ended questions.
     Example: “Why do you think that happened?”

 5. Use everyday materials to explore.
     Example: Pour water between cups.

 6. Observe changes over time.
     Example: Watch ice melt.

 7. Encourage predictions.
     Example: “What do you think will happen next?”

 8. Name things your child sees.
     Example: “That cloud looks big and gray.”

 9. Explore with the senses.
     Example: Touch, smell, and listen during a walk.

10. Praise exploration.
      Example: “Great job noticing that!”

Motor skills include large movements and small hand movements.

 1. Encourage active play.
     Example: Run, jump, or climb outside.

 2. Practice balance.
     Example: Walk along a line on the sidewalk.

 3. Strengthen hand muscles through play.
     Example: Play with playdough.

 4. Encourage drawing and coloring.
     Example: Color together at the table.

 5. Practice everyday skills.
     Example: Button a shirt together.

 6. Use tools safely.
     Example: Cut paper with child-safe scissors.

 7. Build with small objects.
     Example: Stack blocks or connect toys.

 8. Practice hand-eye coordination.
     Example: Toss and catch a ball.

 9. Encourage careful movements.
     Example: Pour water into a cup.

10. Praise specific motor skills.
      Example: “Great job holding your crayon carefully!”

Language includes understanding words, expressing ideas, and communicating in different ways.

 1. Talk throughout the day.
     Example: “I am washing the dishes.”

 2. Listen and respond.
     Example: Answer when your child talks or points.

 3. Add to what your child says.
     Example: Child says “car.” You say, “Yes, a red car.”

 4. Ask questions and wait.
     Example: Pause after asking a question.

 5. Use gestures with words.
     Example: Point while naming objects.

 6. Narrate actions.
     Example: “You are building a tower.”

 7. Encourage communication in any form.
     Example: Respond to gestures, sounds, or words.

 8. Introduce new words naturally.
     Example: “That dog is enormous.”

 9. Praise communication efforts.
     Example: “Great job telling me what you wanted!”

10. Create time to talk together.
      Example: Talk during meals or car rides.

Songs support language, memory, movement, and connection. Sing during play, transitions, or routines. Add actions, clapping, or movement to make songs even more fun. Unleash the power of songs with the Age 4, Year 2 original songs!

• Duck Song (English)
• Itsy Bitsy Spider (English)
• Parts That Bend – Legs (English)
• Sounds I Hear (English)
• Wheels On The Bus (English)
• Are You Sleeping (English)
• Mary Had A Little Lamb (English)
• Parts That Bend – Arms (English)
• Stop Look Listen (English)
• Bird Scarf (English)
• Old MacDonald (English)
• Parts That Bend – Made Of (English)
• The Wind Is Blowing (English)
• Hokey Pokey (English)
• Parts That Bend – Trunk (English)
• Parts That Move – Complete (English)
• Twinkle Twinkle (English)