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The Top 10 Things to Do with Your Toddler Outside of the
Home
1. Go to the pet store often.
Let your child roam freely among all of the different kinds of animals and
animal toys.
2. Go to the library and check-out picture books together.
3. Think of outings that have a lot of enjoyment for you and choose
to go to those places so that you will have less stress when you are out
with your child.
Many parents are trying so hard to please their child that they forget themselves
in the equation. This can lead to a less enjoyable time for the child, since
children like it when their parents look happy.
4. Throw pennies into the fountain and make a wish.
5. Go to the airport and watch the planes take off, land, and taxi.
6. Feed the ducks.
An opportunity to get out into nature together. A relaxing and fulfilling
outing for both parent and child.
7. Develop a ritual of taking a walk near your home with your child
and their wagon.
Find a destination close to your home, such as the playground, the park,
the library, or the store, and take your child and their wagon on a walk
there often. Soon your child will be begging you, "Mom, Dad, let's walk to
the park!"
8. Sing songs to your child while driving in the car, such as "This
Old Man," "B-I-N-G-O," etc.
Research indicates that this kind of interaction is more stimulating to a
child's brain development than listening to recorded music. And it is fun!
9. Take your child to the zoo.
Nature will nourish your child's soul, your bonding together, and stimulate
your child's brain development.
10. Take your child to a "Mommy and Me" class in the community where
children can be around other children and experience music, crafts, using
their bodies, etc.
About the Author: This piece was written by Dr. Clare Albright,
Psychologist and Parenting Coach, author of "100 Tips for Parents of Two
Year Olds", which can be downloaded for only $5.77 at
http://www.ParentsOfTwoYearOlds.com
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