Thursday, October 27, 2011

Learning to count: who has more patience?

 This Dad is working on counting. The little guy is more interested in naming. They are very patient with each other and find a way to work out their differences so they can have fun together.

Sunday, October 23, 2011

Can you follow the lead of your toddler?

This toddler has found a fun game and wants to play some more.  Mommy is a good sport about going along with the game.  The best toy for a toddler is a grown-up who can play with  little kids and who can remember to take turns

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Safe and secure in Daddy's arms

This dad has the touch.  He can do the baby "rock".  Baby is safe, secure and happy. Dad looks happy too!

Saturday, October 15, 2011

How to play "3 little pigs"

What a great game these two are playing.  She is learning to wait, take turns, tell a story and have fun with Dad.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Play, exercise or a physics lesson?

Wow, look at him go!  He is having fun playing.  He is getting his exercise.  He is learning a lot about about how hard he needs to push the car, what direction it will go and what will happen next. Wonder if Mom or Dad taught him the game or if he figured it out himself?

Saturday, October 8, 2011

Big enough to help

This Mom and Dad are teaching this little guy to help out.  It is hard work for him to lift the milk, but he can do it.  They show him where to put the milk, but don't help him.  They are very patient, as they could have done it themselves in half the time.  Their patience and coaching will pay off as the little guy learns to stick with his chores or a job.

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Would you like it if someone washed your face?

Having the face washed or the nose wiped isn't something that most babies enjoy.  When it is done gently and calmly, it goes better, but  it just has to be done.

Sunday, October 2, 2011

The art of reading to a toddler

 This Dad is really good at reading to a wiggling kid. He can read, ask questions, and keep hold of the kid all at the same time. Once the story gets going, the kid settles down and gets interested. It looks like reading is a special time of day for both of the them. 
You'll have to follow the link to  http://youtu.be/dCdHTChPe1M  Reading Elmo