Here's What To Do
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Print a photo of your child in 5x7 or 8x10 size. (if printing is difficult, use a photo from a magazine instead)
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Cut the photo into 10 or less puzzle pieces. The pieces can be simple strips or geometric shapes.
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Work with your child to put the photo back together.
Put PEER Into Action
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Pause:
- Give your child a high five!
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Engage:
- "I cut apart this picture to make a puzzle. Do you know what the puzzle will be when it's done?"
- "Can you put your picture puzzle back together?"
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Encourage:
- Try to let your child place the puzzle pieces themselves. They learn best through trial-and-error.
- Give your child hints, like: "That piece is in the right spot, but you need to turn it."
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Reflect:
- Did your child have enough motor control to line up the pieces in the right way?
Not quite ready?
Cut a picture into bigger strips or shapes of 6 pieces or less.
Ready for more?
Cut a picture into smaller shapes (up to 20 pieces).
As your child masters this skill...
They will be able to coordinate their hand-eye movements to make puzzle pieces fit together.