The area of the brain that deals with cognitive thought is activated through movement. It can literally turn on your child’s mind. For example, if you whirl in one direction while holding your child, then stop and whirl in the other direction, his or her neural pathways actually develop from the experience, stimulation, and interaction.
So here's a few tips for your baby, toddler, or preschooler to turn on the mind and ensure you're helping build those neural pathways.
Your Baby
Put on a favorite piece of music and pick up your baby. While holding him, place one foot in front of the other and rock from front to back, balancing most of your weight on one leg at a time. Swoop, swirl, and swing your baby high and low in response to the music.
Your Toddler
The world of a toddler is a very physical place, and your child will learn a new word more easily when you pair it with the action. So, for example, hop up in the air when you say “jump” or swing your arms side to side when you say “swing.” This will help reinforce the learning.
Your Preschooler
Preschoolers tend to be very creative. Encourage your preschooler’s creativity through dance. Play a song -- either by singing, banging on an instrument or household item, or on a CD -- and ask her to dance in a different way to each verse and chorus. You'll be amazed at what she comes up with, and the beautiful thing is she's stimulating the brain the whole time!
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