Very early on, Baby takes pleasure in handling objects. From 6 months, certain toys, such as balls, are essential. Place balls of different colors within reach of your child (in the center to give him the choice of hand) and do not hesitate to make them bounce. Also put boxes of different shapes and sizes next to it. And like Cyrille and his little Amaury, 9 months old, do a few “throws”. Then after, have fun, together, to align them, to make piles …
You don’t have any material? Don’t worry, toddlers will have fun with nothing. Pieces of fabric, old clothes, accessories and… Pitchoun is in heaven!
The “hi, are you there? Is also very easy to set up. A sheet or a towel, and presto, let’s play hide and seek!
And to set the mood, just give it a spoon and objects that resonate (basins, tin cans, plastic bottles). You will have your ears full!
From surprises to surprises …
A few months later, the timeless salt, modeling and sticky doughs appear. As for Sueli, Audrey’s daughter, finger painting can be experienced very early on (from 8 months), if your little one understands that you shouldn’t put your hands to your mouth. “A real sensory discovery,” recalls the mother. “But to avoid too much stimulation at the same time, always start with the primary colors », Advises Elise Machut, educator of young children.
The “house” sandbox is very popular, from 18 months old. In a large basin, pour semolina and / or raw rice. Put your little one inside, or outside, and give him accessories (spoon, glass, plate). « At the nursery, success is guaranteed, ”says Elise.
Likewise, at that age, Baby’s vocabulary is enriched. To combine business with pleasure, make a little surprise bag in which you can put your favorite toys. By plunging his hand into it, your little one will have fun guessing what he is grabbing. And then, let’s go for a scattering session…. and storage!