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Mark and Erase
Have one or two small white boards that you can bring out to the table.
Put one non-toxic washable marker and a clean small white sock next to
the board.
Invite a child to come to the table.
Show them how to make a dot, line, or squiggle on the whiteboard with the
marker using one hand.
Then put the sock on their other hand, and show them how to wipe off or
erase the mark using the covered hand.
Allow the child to experiment making marks on the board and erasing the
marks with the sock.
Young toddlers are likely to put most objects into their mouths, so they
must be closely supervised with crayons, markers, and paint, even if it is
labeled non-toxic. Be sure you hold on to any marker caps so they cannot be
swallowed accidentally.
Toddlers will grip crayons and markers with their whole fist.Marks or scribbles
on paper will be random and with little control.
Teachers should emphasize the process of scribbling (“Look, you used the red
marker to make a color on the paper!”) rather than the product of scribbling
(“What is this?”).
Point out the child’s written name on his diaper bag,his storage space or cubbie,
and on the parents’ communication board.During the day find an opportunity
to write and say each child’s name while he watches. This will help the child
connect written symbols to some personal meaning—ME!
Toddlers will enjoy scribbling in a standing position. Push chairs away
from the table, so they can use whole arm movements to mark on large
pieces of paper.
Keep moist towels or diaper wipes nearby to wipe up washable marks on
the child or table.
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