The Basics

The Basics Principles are five fun, simple, and powerful ways to help all our children aged 0-3 grow to be happy and smart.

Week 08

Count, Group, and Compare

Toddler

(Ages 1-3)

Add and subtract.
With an older toddler, make a game of adding or subtracting from a small set of objects. Line up 3 crackers. Ask, "How many crackers are there? What if I eat one?"

Infant

(Ages 0-1)

Move to the beat.
Tap your baby's tummy or clap their hands together to the rhythm of a song. Or rock them as you sing a lullaby.