It is best to let your child pick what you play and how you play it.  There are some toys and games, however, that are best to promote a strong relationship between you and your child and your child's school readiness.

 

• Encourage your child to AVOID these during your special playtime:

  • Video games

  • Board games

  • Sports - basketball, soccer, etc.

  • Games that encourage aggression (using play swords or guns, soldier figures)

  • Rough and tumble play

  • Television

 

• The toys below promote interaction and school readiness.  Give your child a few CHOICES about which of these he or she would like to play:

  • Blocks, Legos, and other building toys

  • Dolls, dollhouse

  • Tinker Toys

  • Mr. Potato Head

  • Pretend kitchen toys

  • Puzzles

  • Toy cars,

  • Crayons, markers, and paper

  • Play-doh