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How Do You Play with a Baby? |
Interaction and play is so important for a baby's development. But, they aren't talking, walking, or even crawling yet. So, how do you play with a baby?
Reassure parents or caregivers that THEY are their child's favorite playmate! Just interacting with a child, no matter the age, will be exciting for the baby and encourage learning.
Zero to Three is a great online resource for ideas. Their "Year of Play" article has different themes for each month to spark creativity. Some examples include playing with "rain" in the bathtub or blowing bubbles.
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Babies and young children are hungry to learn. They need lots of clear, open space to move and explore. Children learn by doing and by playing. They learn through using their senses and their muscles.
You can encourage play and learning with your baby by:
- Providing repetition by doing the same things over and over
- Offering household objects, gadgets, and toys that are durable and safe to feel, taste, touch, throw, and bang
- Playing baby games, such as peek-a-boo or partially hiding a favorite toy for them to find
- Supplying toys and objects that have interesting textures and shapes
- Showing babies books with faces and photos of close family members
- Giving babies floor time to be on their tummy to build muscle strength
- Read and/or sing rhymes and songs often to your baby, helping your baby with language and development
Most importantly, babies learn best when you are their partner in play!
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Wake Connections is a one-stop coordinated intake system for families in Wake County. One click gets you connected to Parents as Teachers and other Wake Connections programs. |
Recruiting for High School Class of 2034! |
Will your child turn 4 by August 31, 2020?
Apply for Pre-K now! WCSS hosts events at our office every Thursday from 1 - 4pm to walk you through the application process. One application allows your child to be considered for NC Pre-K, Head Start, and Title I, which are all FREE and prepare children for Kindergarten in a high quality classroom setting.
Click here to print the application and for more information.
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Featured Book: Pet This Book
Written by: Jessica Young
Illustrated by: Daniel Wiseman
Highlights: "Hello, friend! It's time to play! We're taking care of pets today."
Illustrations and simple, rhyming text invite the reader to join in a day of pet care.
Best for: Infants to walkers
Wake County Public Library Programming: Wake County Public Libraries are now LATE FEE FREE!
Literacy Tip: Want new ideas for how to play with your baby? Baby Storytime at your local library is a great place to practice playing with your baby and meet new friends.
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Are you ready for the 2020 Census?
Census responses help determine funding for public services like child care financial assistance, food assistance, public schools, and even our Wake Pre-K partner Head Start. That's why it's crucial we count everyone - including young children.
Save the date and get ready for Census Day on April 1st when the count officially begins!
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Want FREE books for your child under 5? Join the Imagination Library today! |
Each month we celebrate the child care facilities that have recently obtained or retained a five star rating!
Congratulations to:
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Mealtime tips for infants and toddlers! Great suggestions and ideas, especially for picky eaters! |
Visit CCSA's training calendar for all upcoming events.
2020 A.S.K. Conference
February 22, 8:30am - 3:30pm
East Chapel Hill High School
Click here to register.
Behavior Intervention Strategies: You Want Me to Do What?
February 17, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Jordan Child & Family Enrichment Center
Click here to register.
The Environment as a Second Teacher in Preschool Classrooms
February 24 -25, 6:30 - 9pm
CCSA Durham
Click here to register.
Playground Safety
March 7, 9am - 1pm
Triangle Christian Center
Click here to register.
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Did you know WCSS is a nonprofit and relies on support from members of our community like you? Visit our website today to see how you can make a difference for each child, in every community in Wake County. |
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