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Boo Boo Bunny to the Rescue
Choose a lovable stuffed animal bunny and call him the “Boo Boo Bunny.”
Tell children that the Boo Boo Bunny helps children feel better when they are
sad or have a boo boo.
After you have comforted a child who is sad or had an accident, let the child sit
awhile with Boo Boo Bunny.
Special Needs Tip
Children who prefer to calm down without assistance can sit with
Boo Boo Bunny for comfort.
Let’s Discover Together
Place some interesting items on a low table for children to explore such as
an empty bird’s nest, a pinecone, or a seashell.
As a child comes over to examine the items, show interest in each item by
asking, “I wonder what this is? Where have you seen this before? What can
we learn about this?”
When children know that adults are interested in and available to answer their
questions, they will seek out adults as a learning resource.
Show interest and enthusiasm in the things the children talk about. Throughout
the day, ask about the children’s brothers or sisters, pets, trips, and important
events in their life.
Set up several areas in the classroom where children can play by themselves
or watch other children play. Move to these areas briefly throughout the day.
Having you nearby will help children feel secure as they play on their own.
Comment often about things the children are learning to do on their own.
For example, “Yasmin, you found your favorite book and read it all by yourself
in the bean bag.” or “Peter, you didn’t need to hold my hand to go to the
playground today—you led the way!”
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