Teaching your child the basics about words and numbers before she starts school doesn’t have to be formal, but you can help lay the groundwork for these skills through play, games and activities.
A toy does not need to have letters and numbers on it to be an educational toy. Educational toys serve the educational needs of the child, which are not always as superficial as ABC or 123. As she talks to her teddy or tells the toy people to get on the bus, she is using language; as she puts three people into the three empty seats in her toy car she is ‘matching’, which underpins her understanding of numbers.
From the mument he was born you’ve probably had high hopes for your child. In your mind he’s going to be the next Prime Minister, a leading brain surgeon, a top football player, and the list goes on. You’ll want your child to achieve his potential ...
You’ll be helping your child's development when you try these fun activities together
