Learning to Wave Bye-Bye
Here's What To Do
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Let me see and hear you wave "bye-bye" in a variety of situations throughout the day.
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Play a "bye-bye" game when putting away toys. Say "bye-bye" to each toy as you put it away, and encourage me to wave bye-bye.
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When you see me wave bye-bye in an appropriate situation, celebrate!
Put PEER Into Action
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Pause:
- Give me a hug before we practice saying bye-bye.
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Engage:
- "Bye-Bye, Mommy! Have a great day at work!"
- "Bye-Bye, truck! Time to go back in the toy bin."
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Encourage:
- If I'm still learning how to make the waving motion, help me by gently shaking my forearm.
- When I wave bye-bye, confirm and describe what's happening, like: "Yes, Grandma's leaving, bye-bye Grandma!"
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Reflect:
- Am I waving bye-bye or responding to bye-bye in the right situations?
Not quite ready?
Keep modeling waving bye-bye yourself. I will get the hang of it eventually!
Ready for more?
Help me learn to wave or say "hello." See if you can help me learn to say "bye-bye" out loud.
As your child masters this skill...
They will independently wave bye-bye in appropriate situations.