Family is the child’s first exposure in the world. When the child opens his eyes in this world, he/ she sees mother and father. Soon the child get to know siblings and then grand parents. Introduction to family in early years is really important to build child’s own identity. The family of a child is not only the child’s identity but his safe place too. Child socializes with family, learn from them, develop habits and routines, forms his moral and religious values and most importantly sees family as a place to get love and acceptance.
The best and easiest way for introduction to family in early years is through poems and rhymes. This helps children to associate the words ‘mother’ and ‘father’ to their own parents in a fun and rhythmic way. The poems also cover the emotions that are part of parent child relation. These top five poems and songs for the introduction to family are truly fun to enjoy with your little ones.
Baby Shark
This song ‘baby shark‘ is an amazing way for introduction to family in early years. It has now become a jingle for every other child. This song introduces mother, father, grandma and grandpa as a part of shark’s family. This song is so energetic that even a tired parent would love to shake a bit.
Peek-a-Boo
Peek -a-boo is a very famous and traditional game for children which develops object permanence among children. A poem for introduction to family through peek-a-boo technique has become a masterpiece for child’s engagement and fun. Parents can enjoy play all while singing this beautiful rythmic poem.
I Love You
Are you thinking of a lullaby for your child? Sing this poem ‘I love you, you love me….‘. You will never find a best way than this poem for introduction to family and most importantly expressing your love through words and actions. The calmness and soothing effect in this poem brings child to peace at night time. The feeling of belongingness and safety are part of childs basic need.
Mummy Daddy I Love You
While the parent sings I love you to the child, the child sings back “Mummy Daddy I Love You….“. This is child’s expression of love to his/ her parents. This poem is also a remembrance of the fact that how each member of the family is dependent on other for love and safety. In addition to introduction to family, this poem goes beyond in its scope and help the child to express their love through actions and words.
Mummy Finger, Mummy Finger
Have you seen the fascination on a three-month-old baby when he/ she begins to explore the fingers. Finger play has been an amazing engagement strategy with young minds. This poem ‘Mummy Finger, Mummy Finger….’ is based on inculcating finger play for the introduction to family. All five fingers in the hand becomes a family and as the poem progresses, we meet mother, father, sister, brother and baby through finger play. Isn’t it less than learning with fun?
In addition to poems and songs, parents can make DIY activities for children for introduction to family. This will not only help in creating positive bonds with family members but also promote healthy brain development of the child.
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