Toddlers - teaching about colors
Toddlers are interested in the world around them. They are inquisitive and always very eager to learn. Teaching a toddler something new is not always easy however because their attention spans are short and not all of them are ready for a 'lesson' just yet.If you plan teach your toddler all about the different colors, here is a great way to start.
The first activity you do together should be very simple and basic.Find some crayons and either a coloring book or some plain white paper. Start with the primary colors: red, yellow and blue.
Show your toddler each colored crayon, say the color to him, then together. If he does not want to say it, that’s okay - he is still learning by looking at the color and listening to you.
Together, chose a picture to color. Little boys enjoy coloring pictures of cars and trucks while little girls usually enjoy coloring images from fairy tales and princesses - at sites like Barbie Coloring Pages you’ll find the best Barbie party invitations
If you are using white paper, let your toddler choose something to draw and color together. Now it’s time to color!
As he colors, tell him what color he is using. Then try to say the color together. Do not force him or her to tell you the color. This activity should be FUN for your child - not a military drill! Make sure to compliment his coloring by saying things like, "What a pretty red flower!” or “I love the way you colored the blue car.”
After you have colored together, make sure to put his picture on display somewhere prominent where visitors to your home can comment on it. This will give your child confidence and boost his/her self esteem - which is great for you because he will want to color and draw with you again - and you will have yet another opportunity to talk about colors together.
Once your toddler recognizes the basic colors of red, blue and yellow - you can move on to other colors - don’t overwhelm him/her with the rainbow just yet!
Remember that crayons pose a serious choking hazard - ensure you always supervise your child while he or she draws and colors.
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