Stimulating Activities for Young Children

Children grow at an astounding rate and their brain develops rapidly during the first five years. Ensuring little ones participate in stimulating activities to secure proper development is crucial. Below are some great activity suggestions that you can do with children to support their overall development.

Physical Activities

Sitting down to play a board game is a great idea on a rainy day, but little ones need plenty of exercise too. Did you know that, according to the National Institutes of Health, children between the ages of 3 and 4 should spend at least 180 minutes daily in various physical activities? You and your child can reach this goal by playing a game of tag or taking a walk on a beautiful day. Nature hikes are a wonderful and educational way to spend the afternoon.

Art Projects

Art projects are excellent for your preschoolers. Exploring art is known to enhance cognitive development. Using art tools such as paintbrushes helps fine-tune the motor skills they will need to grasp a pencil later. Finger paints provide the sensory exploration they need to learn to explore their environment through their senses. Art projects with clay, paint, sand and more provide great opportunities for physical development, creativity and self expression.

Reading Books

Reading is an activity that helps foster a love for learning. You can take this a step further to support your preschooler’s development. Pointing out the illustrations and characters in the story help children develop vocabulary and language skills. Strategies such as predicting what will happen next or coming up with different endings foster imagination and creativity.

Enjoying Music

Music helps enhance cognitive development, activating the part of the brain necessary for children to develop critical thinking skills. There are several ways you can enjoy music with little ones. Listening to music from different cultures is a great way to expose preschoolers to music and encourage an inclusive mindset. They can begin exploring various instruments to see if there’s one they like. This also encourages fine and gross motor skills as well as self-expression.

We understand the importance of having suitable activities for young children to encourage healthy development. That’s why we offer wholesome programs to support preschoolers during their early years. Contact The Learning World Academy at Venetian today to learn more about our school.