Summer is here and I am struggling to find one on one time with Buttercup. I started doing Tot School with her a few months ago while the boys were in school with the intention of establishing a routine with her that we could continue once I started homeschooling the boys. I didn't want to leave her to play all day with out some focused time with me. I know it will be easy to put a dvd on for her and that's something I don't want to resort to on a regular basis. Tot school is not really school, it is just focused play...We have had a blast exploring new activities.. most of my ideas I have found around the internet...I set out trays with different activities and she chooses which she wants to do and for how long. I usually let her do things on her own while I watch, but sometimes I will demonstrate and let her copy me. Sometimes she plays with something completely unlike I expected she would but is fun to watch her learn and try new things. Here are some of our favourites so far:
(LiLi joined us one day!)
My aim over the summer is to try and have tot school at least twice a week with Buttercup.. no pressure, but just so she stays in the routine. I am making a list of skills I want to cover with her and looking for things around the house and at the dollar store to help reinforce those skills. Once we begin our homeschool schedule I think {hope} we will be able to work tot school into our day.
For other tot school ideas see 1+1+1=1 !
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ReplyDeleteThere are so many fun activities in that photo collage. I know what you mean, RockerTot can come up with some of the most unlikely uses for things, but I love it! I hope you're able to maintain your routine. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteI love that she is actually in the tub of water! That is awesome!
ReplyDeleteI know the feeling of not finding one on one time. We have been on a break and I miss that time. You did a great job pulling activities together and good job for setting some goals! :-)
ReplyDeleteGreat job! I look forward to seeing what you're able to do during the summer. How fun to see her creativity come out in how she chooses to play. Good job, Mom to give her those opportunities.
ReplyDeleteI love all the variety! And my favorite activities are always those where my kid changes them into something she really enjoys - I love seeing the creativity!
ReplyDeleteThe activities look good and engaging. I love all of the hands on stuff. I was always afraid of the mess my children might make. You're doing a good job!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I love this blog!