Would you like to make your time at home more meaningful for your child’s development? Children don’t only need toys — they need quality time with you. These 5 simple activities you can do at home are both fun and educational. ✨
Write different emotions on colorful pieces of paper (e.g., happy, angry, sad, excited) and place them in a jar. Each evening, pick one and talk about a time when you felt that way.
| Emotion | When did you feel it? | How did you respond? |
|---|---|---|
| Happy | While playing with my sibling | I laughed and gave a hug |
| Sad | When my toy broke | I cried |
This activity teaches emotional expression and boosts emotional awareness. 🤍
Place three pieces of cotton in a glass, add a few beans on top, and keep the cotton moist. Check it daily together, make observations, and take little notes about what you see.
Goal: Teaches responsibility, patience, and observation skills 🌱
Give your child paints, crayons, and paper, and say “Draw something that affected you most today.” When the drawing is complete, talk about it together.
Goal: Emotional expression, communication, and imagination
Place 5 different objects on a table (e.g., a toy car, spoon, book, ball, stuffed animal) and create a story using them. Start with “Once upon a time...” and let the story evolve together.
Goal: Builds narrative thinking, vocabulary, attention, and turn-taking skills
Stand in front of a mirror and act out roles like “You are an angry lion!” or “You’re a very happy chef!” Let your child mimic emotions and then discuss their facial expressions and gestures.
Goal: Develops empathy, emotional recognition, and expression
Each of these activities supports your child's mental, social, and emotional development. The most important part is being there with your child, having fun together, and showing that you are present and supportive.
“With small but meaningful steps, you can enrich your child’s world.”
