Play is how children learn. It is the natural way for them to explore, to become creative, and to develop academic and social skills. Children learn about balance, geometry, and shapes when they stack blocks. Playing with others also helps children learn how to negotiate. Listen to your child.
Children have their own special thoughts and feelings, joys and sorrows, hopes and fears.
As her language skills develop, encourage her to talk. Listening is the best way to learn what is on your child's mind and to discover what she knows and doesn't know, and how she thinks and learns. Listening also shows your child that her feelings and ideas are valuable. Make reading materials available to your child. Children develop an interest in language and reading much sooner if they have books and other reading materials around their homes.