Babies
The arrival of a baby is a new beginning for every family, bringing lots of joy and change to all.
This week in Play School, we learn about babies and their growing stages through songs, stories, films and creative play.
We also look at ways to involve young children with their new brother or sister to avoid feelings of displacement and encourage them to feel proud of being “big” and their capabilities.
Throughout the week, we feature a special series of baby films that look at different aspects of a baby’s daily routine, such as sleeping, playing, eating and bathing.
Episode 1
PRESENTERS
Jay Laga’aia - Leah Vandenberg
PIANIST
Peter Dasent
STORY
The Red Woollen Blanket,
Bob Graham, Walker Books 1988
FILM
Families Playing at the Park
(Play School, ABC)
BABY FILM SERIES
Babies Sleeping
(Play School, ABC)
IDEAS FOR LATER
Have a look at your baby pictures. What did you like to do as a baby?
Make a growth chart for a baby. Record their height as they get older.
Have a Picnic with Your Toys. Pretend your toys are babies and have a pretend picnic in the backyard or a local park. Babies like to eat mashed up banana, drink water and play ball. Rock your toy baby to sleep and sing a lullaby.
SONGS
Peek-a-boo
Composer: Traditional
Publisher: Origin/ABC Music Publishing
Cuddle Up
Composers: Peter Dasent & Sophie Emtage
Publisher: Origin/ Control
Doin’ It
Composers: Peter Dasent & Arthur Baysting
Publisher: Origin
Come on And...
Composer: Louie Suthers
Everybody Do This
Composer: Traditional
Publisher: Origin/ABC Music Publishing
MAKE AND DO
How to Make a Craft Cradle for a Toy Baby
You will need:
- A medium sized box
- Tape
- Cardboard Safety scissors
- Two pool noodles
- A stapler
- A pillow
- A toy
- A blanket
Tape the bottom of a medium sized box closed. Leave the top of the box open, either by folding in the sides or removing them with safety scis
