You don't always need lots of words to engage and interact with children. Sometimes simply copying their noises and actions will do.
Playing copycat with your little one lets them know they are being listened to and are special.
What are the benefits of playing copycat with your child?
- Playing copycat with your little one helps them feel noticed and important which will help build their confidence.
- Copying your child's noises and actions helps them feel listened to as you are responding and copying what they do and say.
- By encouraging your child to communicate you are helping them build positive relationships.
- Using phrases such as 'Daddy's turn' or 'Emma's go' will encourage your child to recognise when it is their turn.
The best thing about playing copycat is you can get creative!
For example, if you’ve been copying your child as they tap a spoon on a bowl, you could try tapping somewhere else such as the sofa or a table.
Playing copycat will reinforce the game of playing your turn, my turn.
If you'd like to get musical, why not check out our article on how singing to toddlers can reinforce learning.
Image caption, Try copying little ones' noises...
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