Our week: Playgroup, week 7
Dates: to · Try one activity on a day that suits you. Repeat or pause any part.
Reading & talking
Do: Your turn to ask. Let your child lead a short pretend visit. Pause so they can ask for a prop, offer you something or show what should happen. Respond with a short phrase, such as 'A cup for me, thank you.' Finish when they lose interest.
You need: The two cups and toy
Talk: How could we welcome Sara?
We noticed:
Game (optional): Feelings Friends
Writing & pencil control
Do: A wide mark down. Fold the damp towel into a broad pad. Show one gentle downward wipe on the wall, then offer a turn. Let your child hold it however comfortable or guide your hand. Keep water marks above dry ground and stop if the surface becomes slippery.
You need: A whole damp hand towel and a safe washable surface
Talk: Shall our path go down or across?
We noticed:
Game (optional): Trace It
Numbers & shapes
Do: Is there one for me? Pretend each cushion needs a sock. Let your child give them out. Take one away and notice the cushion without one. Ask them to bring that sock back so each cushion has one again.
You need: Two or three large cushions and the same number of whole socks
Talk: Which spot still needs a sock?
We noticed:
Game (optional): Counting Stars
Science & our world
Do: Sun and moon walk. Look at the view through a window in the morning and after dark. Notice light, shadows and the colour of the sky without looking directly at the sun. The moon can sometimes be seen in daylight too.
You need: A window or a short walk
Talk: Is it day or night now? How do you know?
We noticed:
Game (optional): Day & Night
Thinking & feelings
Do: A little bit still showing. Let your child watch you cover part of the toy, leaving its head visible. Ask where it is, then lift the towel together. Name the toy. Repeat only if enjoyable; your child may point, reach, say a word or simply watch.
You need: A large soft toy and a hand towel
Talk: Where is our toy?
We noticed:
Game (optional): What's Missing?
Moving & making
Do: Tap along together. Sit comfortably and tap your knees slowly with your hands. Pause and invite your child to join in or offer their own taps. Try a quiet hum over the tapping. Matching every beat is not the aim.
You need: Your hands
Talk: Would you like to tap or listen?
We noticed:
Game (optional): Feelings Friends
A possible rhythm: one or two strands a day, on the days that suit you. Swap days freely. Games are optional and never replace the home activity.
Something we would like to repeat: