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Baby Drums
When another child is in your home, set out a few pots and pans, all turned upside
down. Set out wooden or plastic spoons too.
Show the children how to tap the “drums” with a spoon. When one of the babies
shows interest, give him a spoon and watch for the other child to join him.
Describe what each is doing. For example, “Look at Riley tapping the pot with
his spoon. Kordie is tapping the pie pan with hers.” This will help them notice
each other.
Turn on a children’s music CD or tape and see if the children are interested to
play their drums some more. Encourage them to move and clap to the music.
Continue to describe what they are doing.
Face to Face
When another young child is in your home, place a plastic swimming ring on a
blanket outside. Find one that is large enough for two infants to sit in the middle
or use a small plastic empty swimming pool. Put a blanket on the bottom to keep
it from getting too hot.
Put a few toys in the ring or pool with the children facing each other. Be sure
there are enough for each child to have toys of their own.
Watch them play with the toys and watch each other.
Describe what each child is doing to help them become aware of each other.
Store the ring or pool indoors so it does not get damaged by the weather.
Note: If outdoor space is limited at your home, try this activity indoors with the children
and toys on a bath mat surrounded by firm pillows.