Good Night, Twiddlebug!
Add learning to your child's bedtime routine with this connect-the-dots activity.
- Print this page. Before bedtime, invite kids to complete this dot-to-dot and then color it in. What do they see? (moon and stars)
- When they’re finished, look out a window to find the moon and stars. How is the moon the same as in the picture? How is it different?
- Once your child is in bed, make up a bedtime story about Tasha Twiddlebug! You can start by saying, “One night Tasha Twiddlebug didn’t want to go to sleep.” Then invite your child to contribute the next sentence. Continue taking turns until one of you says “The End”!
Parenting Moment: Imitating
Playing is learning! The way you play with children matters… your actions and words have power.
Parenting Moment: Reflecting
The way you talk with children matters… your words have power!
Parenting Moment: Enjoying!
Showing you enjoy your time together with your child builds your special bond. And when you’re being positive, your little one is more likely to do the same.
The Power of Following Children’s Lead
Joining children in their play offers so many opportunities to encourage, communicate, bond, spark and share joy, teach, show warmth and kindness, and help them thrive.
Go To Sleep, Elmo!
Handling a middle-of-the-night monster moment.
Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year
All children grow and develop at their own pace; use this chart to guide your expectations and observations so you can talk to your child’s pediatrician about questions or concerns.
Milestones: Your 18-Month Old
All children grow and develop at their own pace; use this chart to guide your expectations and observations so you can talk to your child’s pediatrician about questions or concerns.
