Jump on the Light

[20 Minutes]

Young children are fascinated with flashlights. What could be more fun than jumping onto a "beam of light"?

You'll need:

• flashlight

What to do:

1. Dim the lights in a room and shine a beam of light on the floor with a flashlight.
2. Invite your child to jump on the light. Jump high, jump low--follow the beam wherever it goes.
3. Take turns playing this game together. Let your child hold the flashlight and shine a beam for you.

Let's Talk: Ideas to Explore Together.

• Did you enjoy playing this game? Tell me why.
• What would be another game to play with a flashlight? Let's try it!

Useful information:

While you are playing together, your child is developing large muscle skills and balance.