Early childhood development often starts in the home. Parents might wonder what they can do to support kindergartener-aged child’s learning. The responsibility of making sure your little one obtains a solid education can feel overwhelming, but learning and play often go hand in hand. Here are three fun educational games to consider playing with your child. 

Great Games To Play With Kindergarteners

1. Simon Says

An important part of early childhood development is learning to listen to others. This can be made into a game by playing Simon Says together. The game is played by saying “Simon Says” followed by a simple command for your child to follow, like hopping on one foot, rubbing their belly, or skipping. Every so often, interject a command without beginning with “Simon Says.” If they follow through with the command, they lose the game. Your child will get some physical activity while gaining listening and obedience skills, which will come in handy in the classroom. 

2. Connect the Dots 

Help your child master their artistic abilities with Connect the Dots. Draw outlines of letters, shapes, and numbers on paper. Use a blank piece of paper above this to create an outline of dots over the original drawing that your child can follow. Your child can then connect these dots, recreating your original drawing. After they’re finished, they can color their artwork to add more of a creative element. 

3. Pretend  

Pretend play is crucial for early childhood development. Kids also love to play pretend, especially when their parents are involved. This is a chance for a child to emulate an adult through play and can spur their interest in adult professions, such as gardening, cooking, and science. Feel free to give your child a specific job if they don’t have one in mind. 

Academics help your child blossom into an intelligent young person, which is why parents throughout the Greensboro, NC, area love Guilford Child Development. Since 1967, these professionals have offered childcare and early childhood development programs to improve the lives of children. To find out more, visit their website or give their team a call at (336) 887-8224.