Here we are going to discuss about simple activities for kids which we can do at home in this lock down days.
1. Building Blocks
This game introduces your child to letters and numbers.
How to Do:
Give your toddler a set of colourful blocks labelled with alphabets or numbers, and ask him/her to stack them.
What Does it Teach?
- Fine motor skills
- Dexterity
2. Simon Says
Simon Says is a simple game which keeps toddlers entertained for long, while teaching them to follow instructions.
How to Do:
- One child will be ‘Simon’, who will give commands to other children, to follow.
- The catch is, only commands beginning with ‘Simon Says’ must be followed.
- You can also try this activity with your child, without involving anyone.
- Start with easy directions like, “Simon says, place both hands on your cheeks”. And your child will have to follow the command. This way his/her motor skills improve.
- As your child gets good at this activity, you can give complex commands or instructions like, “Simon says, pull your right ear and then your left ear“.
- Many children can participate in this game, which makes it a fun group activity that keeps kids entertained.
What Does it Teach?
- Following instructions
- Gross motor skills
3. Object Line Tracing
Object line tracing proves useful in preparing your kid to write, later on.
How to Do:
- Place a few objects on a white sheet and encourage your kid to trace lines around it, with chalk or crayons.
What Does it Teach?
- Self-control
- Fine motor skills
4. All Aboard
This activity helps in advancing your toddler’s imagination and creativity.
How to Do:
- Design a car out of a cardboard box.
- Let your kid pretend to drive it around the house
What Does it Teach?
- Creative imagination
- Balance
5. Obstacle Course
This activity boosts many useful skills in your kid.
How to Do:
- Set up an obstacle course using your kid’s toys and allow him/her to navigate a toy car or truck through it.
- Use different textures to boost the learning experience.
What Does it Teach?
- Eye-hand coordination
- Motor skills