First Name
Read "AlphaBugs: A Pop Up Alphabet Book" and find the letters in a child’s name
Month 5 · Activity 1 · Name Activity
Instructions
- Read the book “ AlphaBugs: A Pop Up Alphabet Book” by David Carter or Read/Listen here
- Have an alphabet chart showing both lower and upper case letters
- Say one letter in the child’s name and let him point to that letter with his finger on the alphabet chart. Repeat with remaining letters in child’s name
- Listen to this video on spelling your name
* Make your own alphabet chart with a piece of paper and marker if you don't already have one!
Simplify
If a child doesn't recognize the letters in his name, have the child place a hand on top of an adult's hand and together touch the letters in his name on the alphabet chart while the letter is said aloud.
Extend
Using the book, “ AlphaBugs: A Pop Up Alphabet Book” by David Carter, look for the letters in child's name or you may use any favorite book
QUESTIONS FOR CHILD
If you could trade names with a friend, who would it be and why?
If you could name a pet, what would the name be and what type of pet?
Materials
- Book “ AlphaBugs: A Pop Up Alphabet Book” by David Carter or Read/Listen here (use full screen and pause as needed)
- alphabet chart/placemat
Activity Resources
Language Skills
Motor Skills
Social Skills
Problem Solving Skills
