According to the urban brain institute: “because experiences have such a great potential to affect brain development, children are especially vulnerable to persistent negative influences during this period [0-3 years].Cognitive learning theory in the classroom on the other hand, these early years are a window of opportunity for parents, caregivers, and communities: positive early experiences have a huge effect on children’s chances for achievement, success, and happiness.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom

1- use music. Studies have always shown a link between music & cognitive development in babies. The greatest growth is from when they are still in the womb to two years of age, the time when listening-based learning is at its peak.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom use a music immersion program like nuryl, a customized music app designed to jump-start baby’s cognitive development during this time of brain growth.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom rick beato created this pregnant when his wife was pregnant with his son, dylan. When dylan was born, they continued to work with him.

When he was only three, dylan had perfect pitch, which only 1 in 10,000 people have.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom his hearing is so acute that he can identify notes in even the most complex chords. At four, he was playing bach on the piano. A t five, dylan had memorized pi to over 500 digits.) in fact, dylan has achieved social media fame with more than 40 million collective views of his viral videos and he is now known as the “world’s greatest ear.”

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3- by one year, your baby will start to prefer you and begin to cry when you leave. This separation anxiety is normal and healthy. Just tell your baby goodbye and that you will be back.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom do not sneak out! This will only make your baby more anxious the next time that you are around since he/she won’t know if you are going to sneak out again.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom just be cheerful when you leave, as if it is no big deal… “ bye, sweet girl! I’ll see you soon! Have a great day! Love you!” (talk in the “mother-ease” that I mentioned in THIS POST.)

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4- TEACHING: you can start showing your baby more books and flashcards. An example would be to teach him/her about the dog. Show your baby a picture of a dog and say “look at the doggie!Cognitive learning theory in the classroom ruff ruff!”. Continue to do this. (teaching body parts, animals, vehicles…) by 12 months, your baby will be able to point to the correct picture when you show him/her more than one and ask “which one is the dog?” what a great milestone!Cognitive learning theory in the classroom

5- teach your baby new words. “ma ma”. Say it to your baby and they will try to repeat the word (or at least babble back to you). Don’t be too concerned if this does not happen yet, just keep working on it and in the meantime take a look at my post on activities to help your child with their speech development.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom your child should be saying single words (mama, dada) by a year, but every baby is different and this may vary a little. If you do not see this happening by 12 months, you may want to bring it to your pediatrician’s notice (just mention it at their 1-year appointment).Cognitive learning theory in the classroom most doctors will not suggest speech therapy until close to two years of age.

6- A fun activity is to take their favorite small toy (rattle, doll) and let them WATCH YOU hide it under a little blanket.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom you might even want to leave a little peeking out. Your child will learn to find it now! By 12 months, your child will be able to uncover this and find that hidden treasure! (remember that she/he will have to see you hiding it).Cognitive learning theory in the classroom

*remember that reading a book does not mean that you have to “read” the book. You can use it as an opportunity to point to pictures, talk about things, pretend to eat the food in the books.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom our kids have fun when we pretend to take the hats off of the characters and put them on our own heads, too! All of these things will benefit your baby in many ways!Cognitive learning theory in the classroom take a “picture walk” (looking & talking about the pictures) with your child when you “read” these books!

12- stacking blocks- get out those wooden blocks and let your baby examine them.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom stack them up for your baby and let him/her knock them down while you both laugh about it! When your baby watches you and then begins to build with blocks, they are giving their learning planning and also helping their fine motor skills because it requires physical dexterity.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom blocks are a great learning tool!

13- get them moving- encourage movement! If your child is still crawling, add a few hurdles, like having them crawl over pillows.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom if they are learning to walk, give a little incentive- place a toy on one side of the coffee table and place your baby on the other side. Guide them along the side, teaching them how to cruise, walk to the other side.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom if your baby is even more advanced, practice walking up tiny inclines (maybe a driveway), holding their hands.

14- getting dressed- at this age, our babies all enjoyed changing time.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom it is fun for them and it is just another chance to spend one on one time with your little one. Even putting on their diaper can be fun for them.Cognitive learning theory in the classroom seriously- talk about things. “this wipe is cold!” “I am going to put on your diaper now. Can you help mommy and step into your diaper?”