• Baby-safe mirror

• Soft blanket

• Baby sign language chart

• Playlist of nursery rhymes

Instructions:

1. Lay infant on a soft blanket.

2. Play/sing simple nursery rhymes clearly.

3. Use basic baby signs during key words.

4. Hold the mirror so the baby sees your face.

5. Repeat daily.

Tips:

• Use eye contact and smile.

• Repeat signs consistently.

• Make it a daily routine.

Supports Language Development:

• Builds receptive language

• Encourages joint attention and sound recognition

• Basket

• Themed toys (animals, vehicles, etc.)

• Matching board book

Instructions:

1. Read book with themed toys in basket.

2. Point to each toy as it's mentioned.

3. Let toddler touch and hold toys.

4. Encourage mimicking and word repetition.

Tips:

• Read slowly and with expression.

• Encourage toddler-led exploration.

Supports Language Development:

• Builds vocabulary

• Connects words with objects

• Encourages early sentence use

• Hand puppets

• Story prompt cards

• Puppet stage (optional)

Instructions:

1. Introduce puppets with names.

2. Use prompt like “The bear went to…”

3. Ask kids to finish story using puppet voices.

4. Guide the story with open-ended questions.

Tips:

• Start with a model story.

• Praise storytelling effort over accuracy.

Supports Language Development:

• Encourages sequencing

• Builds expressive language and confidence

• Storybook

• Mini magnifying glass or badge

• Notebook and pencil

Instructions:

1. Read together and “hunt” for new words.

2. Write them in notebook.

3. Look up meanings or describe them.

4. Create sentences or draw examples.

Tips:

• Make it playful with props.

• Encourage them to teach you a word too!

Supports Language Development:

• Builds vocabulary

• Enhances comprehension and creative expression

Agenda:

1. Welcome & Icebreaker (10 min)

2. Live Activity Demos (20 min)

3. Small Group Practice (15 min)

4. Q&A (10 min)

5. Wrap-up (5 min)

Resources Provided:

• Printable guides

• Activity handouts

• Digital version of toolkit