Making friends, forming ideas, following rules … it’s all coming together now, just in time for school! Imagination also reaches new levels, and athletic abilities start to shine. Here, you’ll find ways to make creativity and problem-solving part of each day for your five-year-old, paving the way for continued learning and a “can-do” approach to life.
He draws recognizable pictures, writes his name, dresses himself and completes puzzles
She can solve problems and explain things
His friendships become stronger
She can sort things into basic categories
He can imitate your pose and tone of voice
She can finish activities without waiting for directions
He differentiates between “pretend” and “real” when playing
She begins to make comparisons and her memory expands
He can explain games to other kids
Creative activities
Kid-Tough™ Doodler Clip-on
Doodle Pro® Classic Doodler with 2 Stampers (Red)
Help your child learn more:
Take-along. If the toy is portable, bring it with you any time your child may have a wait in store or on long car rides to help pass the time.
Follow Directions. Make sure your child understands how to use the toy and its accessories. Read the directions and test it out together until your child is comfortable using it on her own.
Scene starters.Offer your child a "scene starter" for artwork: "Can you draw a picture of Grandma?" "If you were to invent a robot, what would it look like?"
A colorful world.Use your child's interest in art as an opportunity to talk about different colors. Find examples of complimentary and clashing colors. Use paints to show how two different colors mixed together produce a new color.
Tour an art gallery or museum with your child. Let her critique the work, telling you what she likes best about it. See if the museum offers any kid-friendly activities.
Children develop at their own pace and reach milestones at different times. The highlights mentioned in this website are approximate guidelines only. If you have any questions about your child's development, consult your healthcare provider.
Bug Hunt
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At this age, your child probably finds bugs fascinating! Have fun together on a Bug Hunt!
Materials
Pad of paper and felt-tip pens, or instant camera
Yard, park, nature walk, or other outdoor area
Magnifying glass
Bug identification book (optional)
Instructions
Walk or drive to a park or nature area. Bring a small pad of paper and drawing materials, or an instant camera, if you prefer.
Walk through the area and help your child find some bugs. Use a magnifying glass to get a closer look.
When you locate a bug, have your child draw a picture of it using her pad and pens, or take a photograph.
Continue your walk, looking for different bugs.
After you gather a nice collection, return home to organize the drawings or photos. If using a regular camera, have the film developed.
Lay the pictures or photos on a table and have your child examine the bugs. Ask her to look for features that are similar and different.
If you have a bug identification book, have your child try to identify the bugs and label them.
Safety
Be careful with bugs that bite and sting and watch for dangerous plants such as poison ivy.
Play helps children learn about themselves and their understandings of their expanding physical and social worlds.
Play gives children opportunities to figure out how things work, how to get along with others and to try on new role
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