As parents we are already educating our kids everyday and don't even realize it. We teach at every step of the way consciously or not. Our goal by providing you with this information, is to give you extra pointers to the teaching you are already doing with your children, to teach with intent.
Before you go, give this list a quick read or print it out and take it with you. Kids of all ages can enjoy The Trains at NorthPark. If you have an infant or one year old, bring him or her along because they can get something out of it too!
One Year Olds
- While holding your child up so she can see, point out things like lights, colors, encourage following the moving train with their eyes,
- While pointing to objects introduce new vocabulary to your little one. Even just your running narrative is making their brain work in the background!
Twos and Threes
- At the Washington DC in winter display identify the White House and Capitol Building.
- Introduce new vocabulary: conductor, box car, freight train and caboose.
Six
& Beyond:
- At the Mount Rushmore display ask: Can you name the presidents?
- At the Golden Gate Bridge display discuss where this bridge is located in our country.
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"Kidding Around Town" is the ultimate outing guide for you and your kids to explore the DFW Metroplex.
With a comprehensive listing of destinations, Catherine Cates provides detailed outlines on how to create educational and fun experiences for kids of every age AND their parents! Also included are featured destinations in each category that go into specifics related to that particular destination.
"Kidding Around Town" will help you create wonderfully well-rounded memories for your kids, and develop a springboard for noticing the lifetime learning that surrounds them if they have been taught to look for it!
Have Ms.Cates come speak to your group about brain development and the importance of outings. Contact her at:info@aroundtownkids.com
