This was SO fun! You can use the Beware of Crocodiles game to practice colors, numbers, words, shapes, or the alphabet.
Dad helping B find his name
- Cut crocodiles out of green construction paper and draw eyes and sharp teeth.
- Then, I wrote our family’s names on index cards (this is where you’d substitute shapes, colors, letters, numbers, etc.).
- Line up the crocodiles down a hall or long area with the pile of index cards at the end.
- I told B to jump over the crocodiles like Diego and go find his name in the pile. (alternatives: tip toe, skip, bear crawl, bunny hop, etc.) In a dramatic voice I said, “Watch out for their sharp teeth! Don’t let them bite your toes.” but he said “Mom, they aren’t REAL crocodiles!”. Ok!
Adriana
Tuesday 5th of January 2010
Great idea for these cold weather-stuck inside days! When my son was younger he thought that he was THAT Diego! :)We just got your postcards! Diego was SO excited! I am going to try to get ours off this week.
artsy_momma
Tuesday 5th of January 2010
My son would love this! Thanks for sharing :)
Sophia
Tuesday 5th of January 2010
Love your blog! I can not wait until my baby is old enough to do these activities!
Deborah (Teach Preschool)
Tuesday 5th of January 2010
How fun! I love the drama you added with your voice too:)
April
Tuesday 5th of January 2010
This is a really good idea to make fun go along with learning. Especially if he likes Diego. My little girl loves Dora.