Baby Play
My first baby book Series
What’s inside...
This is the default conversion keynote text and should be changed. This board book is boldly designed, easy to hold and packed full of pictures of babies and their various objects such as a ball, a car, a phone, a flower, a blanket, and a teddy.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What sounds and movements do the babies make in the book? Can you make those sounds too?
How do the babies play with their toys? What is your favorite way to play with your toys?
What do you think the babies are feeling when they are playing? Are there times when you feel the same way?
Can you name the colors of the toys the babies are using?
What game would you like to play after reading about the babies’ playtime?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive sounds and gestures when discussing the babies’ activities to make the conversation more lively and engaging.
Relate the babies’ play activities to your child’s own experiences to make the story more relatable and personal.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about playtime, mirroring the emotions shown by the babies in the book.
After reading, facilitate a play session inspired by the activities shown in the book to deepen the connection with the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Exploring through senses
Explanation: Baby Play is centered around sensory exploration, where children are encouraged to touch, see, and interact with various elements.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in sensory play activities like playing with finger paints or exploring different textures, which will aid in their cognitive development and sensory skills.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: In Baby Play, scenarios are presented that require the baby to solve simple problems, like reaching for a toy or figuring out how objects fit together.
Real-World Application: Children can develop better decision-making skills by facing and solving small, age-appropriate challenges in their everyday playtime.
Example Lesson: Cause and Effect
Explanation: The book illustrates the basic concept of cause and effect through its interactive play setups, where babies see direct results from their actions.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand that their actions have consequences, teaching them to foresee outcomes in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Imitation Learning
Explanation: Baby Play shows babies mirroring simple actions, an essential aspect of learning for young children.
Real-World Application: Children can improve their motor skills and social understanding by imitating actions of parents and peers, playing a vital role in their developmental growth.