- Developed vocabulary related to animals
- Practiced using descriptive language to communicate about animals
- Explored the use of body language and gestures to convey meaning
- Engaged in imaginative play and storytelling
- Strengthened listening and comprehension skills by following instructions and responding to prompts
Encourage continued development by:
- Introducing new animals and encouraging the child to act them out
- Asking the child to describe the animals they are acting out in more detail, using adjectives and sensory language
- Playing games that involve guessing which animal the child is acting out
- Encouraging the child to create stories or scenes involving the animals they are acting out
- Using books or videos about animals to expand the child's knowledge and vocabulary