This alphabet game is extremely simple and requires only a set of letters to represent the alphabet (and even those materials are optional), but you may be surprised at the learning that can occur while completing this activity. You may be even more surprised to see how much your child enjoys doing it.
All you need is a set of letters. These can be magnetic letters, the pieces from an alphabet puzzle, or even just pieces of paper with the letters written on them. Place the letters in a bag, basket or pillowcase, and you are ready to begin the fun.
Let your child pull out a letter from the pile. Review with your child what sound that letter makes. Then help your child search his room for an object that begins with that letter. For example, if you child pulls out the letter ‘b’, you may help him find the stuffed animal ‘bear’ or a ‘blanket’ on his bed.
Once your child has identified an object that begins with that letter, leave the letter out of the pile, and let your child pull out a new letter. Continue to play as long as your child expresses interest in the game.
This activity can also be played at the grocery store, the doctor’s office, in the car, or just about anywhere even if you don’t have the letters. Simply choose letters in your child’s name or select them randomly.
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