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Use commercial or teacher-made toys that encourage the use of many senses<br />

at one time. An example is Multi-Sensory Cans. <strong>The</strong> more senses a child<br />

uses in a learning activity, the more likely he is to process the information.<br />

Provide simple songs, games and toys that encourage an infant to repeat<br />

actions. Repetition strengthens brain cell connections and learning.<br />

Infants see primary colors (red, blue, green) first. <strong>The</strong>se colors draw their<br />

attention and excite them, while darker colors are more calming.<br />

Adding new toys to the classroom will increase infants’ curiosity to explore<br />

them. However, do not put too many toys out at once or the infant <strong>may</strong> become<br />

over-stimulated.<br />

Brain development in young children is dependent on nutrition, a safe and<br />

caring environment, and frequent stimulation of the senses.<br />

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