{"id":2972,"date":"2026-10-16T01:50:32","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T01:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/emprepinc.com\/euc\/?post_type=mpcs-lesson&p=2972"},"modified":"2026-10-16T06:59:53","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T06:59:53","slug":"lesson-2-sensory-play-and-first-routines","status":"publish","type":"mpcs-lesson","link":"https:\/\/emprepinc.com\/euc\/courses\/embarkers-language-arts-0-6-months\/lessons\/lesson-2-sensory-play-and-first-routines\/","title":{"rendered":"Lesson 2: Sensory Play and First Routines"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Jasper\u2019s grandma sings a silly made-up song at every diaper change.  Now, Jasper smiles as soon as he hears it, knowing what\u2019s next.  These repeated routines help Jasper feel safe and build his awareness of daily patterns.  This supports language development because routines and repetition help babies connect sounds, words, and actions\u2014skills they\u2019ll use later to understand and use language.<\/p>\n

Aims:<\/strong>
Help your baby feel secure and comfortable during daily care routines using sensory-rich play.<\/p>\n

Goals:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Build comfort and trust through touch, sound, and repetition.<\/li>\n
  • Support your baby\u2019s earliest movement experiences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Objectives:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Calm or alert to familiar voices and touch<\/li>\n
    • Begin to anticipate regular routines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Activities List:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Make bath time a sensory experience: narrate what you\u2019re doing, describe the water, and let baby splash.<\/li>\n
      • During diaper changes, use gentle massage and talk about each step (\u201cWipe, wipe, all clean!\u201d).<\/li>\n
      • Use soft fabrics for gentle tickles or peek-a-boo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Materials:<\/strong>
        Soft washcloths, gentle lotion, colorful towels, baby-safe mirrors<\/p>\n

        Differentiation:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • For babies sensitive to touch, introduce textures slowly.<\/li>\n
        • For babies with limited movement, assist gently and use more vocal play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Integration:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          • Narrate every care step (\u201cNow we\u2019re wrapping you in your towel!\u201d)<\/li>\n
          • Sing a \u201cgetting ready\u201d or \u201cclean up\u201d song.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Story:<\/strong>
            Jasper\u2019s grandma sings a silly made-up song at every diaper change.  Now, Jasper smiles as soon as he hears it, knowing what\u2019s next.<\/p>\n

            Parent Simulation Tip:<\/strong>
            Turn any routine into a game or song; the repetition and fun help baby feel secure.<\/p>\n

            Interactive Activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            • Individual: Bath time splashing and talking<\/li>\n
            • Group: Sibling or parent \u201cpeek-a-boo\u201d with baby<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Activity Pack:<\/strong> Please print the accompanying activity pack for this lesson.<\/p>\n

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