First Name
Song "Hello, My Name is Joe" and spelling child's name
Month 7 · Activity 1 · Name Activity
Instructions
- Gather alphabet stickers or use a set of alphabet stamps
- Together select the stickers/stamps needed for the child’s name
- Encourage the child to independently place stickers on paper to make the child’s name
- Count the number of letters in the child's name
- Use upper case and lower case letters if possible, using a capital letter for the first letter. (many alphabet stickers come in just upper or lower case sheets
- Listen to song “Hello, My Name is Joe” or Watch/Listen here
Simplify
Write the child's name on a piece of paper and let the child place the correct alphabet stickers or stamps under the name.
Place a sticker of each letter of your child's name on separate rocks and together have fun putting the letters of the child's name in order using the rocks.
Watch this video to see how a child can make his name with beans.
Extend
Here are the three steps for a child to learn his name:
- Recognize the name
- Spell the name - orally
- Write the name
Write other family names with the stickers - Dad, Mom, sister's name, grandma, etc.
QUESTIONS FOR CHILD
Give yourself a Superhero name and tell me what unique powers you have been given.
Do you have a nickname or a special name anyone uses to talk with you?
Video Demo:
Materials
- Song “Hello, My Name is Joe” or Watch/Listen here
- alphabet stickers or alphabet stamps
- piece of paper
Activity Resources
Language Skills
Motor Skills
Social Skills
Problem Solving Skills
