Variations On A Theme

Variations on a theme

When you and your child have been together enough, talked and even sang, try playing the game “Follow the Leader.” This game helps develop coordination, imagination and interaction between an adult and a child.

In the game, one person becomes the leader and comes up with different ways to move, and the other must repeat these movements. The leader announces exactly how to move to a certain place - for example, to the corner of a room, a mailbox or along the road. He may suggest jumping on one leg, taking giant steps, crawling on all fours, galloping like a horse, and so on.

As the game progresses, the leader changes the direction of movement and methods of movement, and his partner must have time to repeat. This develops coordination, attention and intelligence. In addition, the child learns to copy and repeat various movements. And for an adult, this is a great way to show imagination and come up with fun options for moving. Playing "Follow the Leader" is a fun and useful way to spend time with your child.