One, Two, Buckle My Shoe (Start Talking)
#1 in QED Start Talking Series
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The 'Start Talking' series features a mixture of fiction and non-fiction titles designed to stimulate the imagination and encourage children to start talking and developing their vocabulary.
Discussion points
What do you think happened after we finished counting all the objects?
How do you feel when you are able to count things by yourself?
Which object in the book was your favorite to count, and why?
Why is it important to learn how to count, and how can it help us every day?
Can you think of a game that involves counting like in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to use their fingers to count along with the objects in the book, enhancing their understanding of numbers.
Ask your child to find similar objects around the house and count them together, linking the story to real-life situations.
Celebrate each correct count your child makes, to boost their confidence and make counting a fun activity.
Discuss the illustrations and ask how the colors and designs make counting easier or more fun.
After reading, play a counting game where you and your child take turns counting objects, reinforcing the book’s theme interactively.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Numerical skills development
Explanation: The rhythmic progression of 'One, Two, Buckle My Shoe' introduces children to counting and basic numbers through a familiar and engaging nursery rhyme.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these foundational numerical skills during playtime by counting toys, steps, or other common items, bolstering both their mathematical understanding and confidence.
Example Lesson: Enhancing memory and cognitive skills
Explanation: The repetitive and melodic nature of the rhyme aids in memory retention and cognitive abilities as children recall the sequence of numbers and actions.
Real-World Application: This skill can be extended to remembering rules, routines, or sequences in school tasks and daily life, enhancing overall learning and retention.
Example Lesson: Teaches sequencing and order
Explanation: Each line of the rhyme builds upon the previous, teaching children the importance of sequence and how one action follows another in order.
Real-World Application: Understanding sequences can help children with everyday tasks such as following instructions, organizing their belongings, or planning their activities.
Example Lesson: Encourages language development
Explanation: The playful use of rhyme and rhythm in 'One, Two, Buckle My Shoe' helps children improve their language skills and introduces them to the sounds and structures of words.
Real-World Application: Strong language skills are essential for effective communication, reading proficiency, and expressive ability, all of which are important in school and social interactions.