Laughs and Chuckles
Here's What To Do
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Let’s discover games that make me laugh. Here are some ideas to try:
- Nuzzling my tummy with your face
- Playing ‘pat-a-cake’ with my hands or feet
- ‘Walking’ your fingers across my tummy
- ‘Kissing’ me with a stuffed animal
- Any other games that you discover are fun for me
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Pause frequently during the game to watch for any signs of delight, or for signs that I need a break.
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Another way to make me laugh is by talking to me in a silly way. Use high pitched and animated voices, and exaggerated facial expressions. See what I think is funny.
Put PEER Into Action
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Pause:
- Look at me and smile really big.
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Engage:
- “Ready? Here I come to boop your nose! Boop!”
- “What do you think of this silly face? What about this one?”
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Encourage:
- I may need a break if I twist or look away, look worried, or start hiccuping.
- Repeat my favorite games often to encourage me to laugh!
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Reflect:
- Are there any games that always make me laugh?
Not quite ready?
Keep trying silly games! I will learn to smile and laugh soon.
Ready for more?
Notice if I change my emotional expressions to react to other people's emotions. For example, do I seem upset if a sibling is crying?
As your child masters this skill...
They will express happy emotions and respond to others' happiness.