Early Head Start Homework

Social-Emotional Learning

Learning to Play with You

1. I'm learning how to play with other people! One way to help me learn is to play simple and short games with me throughout the day.
   
2. Here are some games we could play whenever we have five minutes:
   
• Play "hide-and-seek" with a toy. While I'm watching, hide a toy. Encourage me to find it.
  
• Take turns filling a box or bowl with toys, one at a time. When we're done, encourage me to dump it out.
  
3. I'll likely lose interest after a few minutes, which is normal for my age. See if you can fit another short game into our daily routine later today.

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Social Studies

That's My Name!

1. Play "peek-a-boo" with me and say my name as we play.
   
2. Look in a mirror with me. Point to me in the mirror and say my name, then point to yourself and say your name.
   
3. Throughout the day, use my name often.

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Math

Shape Puzzles

1. Gather or make a shape puzzle toy. Examples:
   
• A shape sorter toy that has differently shaped holes in its lid
  
• A simple shape puzzle (with geometric shapes like triangle, circle, square)
  
2. Encourage me to put a shape into the puzzle. Demonstrate how to put a piece in, and see if I will imitate you.
   
3. Use your fingers to trace the shapes, and talk to me about their features. Show me how the holes in the puzzle have the same features.
   
4. Give me plenty of time for trial and error. I may need several months of practice before I can match different shapes.

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Health & Wellness

Doll Routines

1. Ask your child to choose a favorite doll or stuffed animal.
   
2. As you go through your morning or evening routine, ask your child for help performing each step on the doll.
   
3. Then, do the corresponding step with your child.
   
4. If your child responds well to this game, try repeating it until their routines are well established.

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