Do not wait until your child begins to talk to start working on language skills. Another group of children who may need assistance in getting the stimulation they need for age appropriate learning are children who have difficulty moving about freely. These children are at risk of missing the kinds of experiences that enrich young children's lives. Sometimes, because of the demands of therapies, treatments and doctor's appointments, there is little time left for play in these children's lives. Play is a young child's work.
Children learn through play.
They discover and develop concepts about size, shape, color, texture, and problem solving, to name but a few, through play and exploration. Children who have trouble getting around or exploring with their hands because of a motor impairment may miss out on a great deal of this learning. If your child cannot get to the toys bring the toys to your child. Toys can be household objects as well as commercially bought items. Positioning is very important for children with motor problems.