1
Fill a tray with sand, salt, or shaving cream. Call out a letter and have the child write it in the sensory medium. Shake the tray to erase and start again.
15-20 min
2
Place 5-10 small objects in a row. Show the child how to touch each object while counting aloud. Then ask them to count a different set of objects.
10-15 min
3
Provide pattern blocks and shape cards with outlines. Child fills the outline with matching blocks. Encourage them to create their own design afterwards.
15-30 min
4
Sit in a circle with a special object. Only the person holding it may speak. Pass it around.
10 min
5
Set up cups and containers of different sizes. Children practice pouring water between them.
15 min
6
Give the child 4-6 picture cards from a simple story. Ask them to arrange the cards in the correct order. Retell the story aloud together using first/next/last language.
15-25 min
7
Spread shaving cream or sand on a tray. Children trace letters with their fingers.
15 min
8
Use a simple board game or ball. Practice waiting and saying "your turn" and "my turn".
20 min