Rating: 4 stars
Cover synopsis: Over 300 activities (and hundreds of variations) based on the developmental needs of infants, toddlers and 2-year-olds.
I borrowed this book from my 2-year-old's preschool. And I wish I had it with my first child! It is chock-full of fun ideas of how to play with your child, help him/her learn new skills, and encourage him/her to try new things that are developmentally appropriate.
Each activity has a suggested age, from newborns, through age 2+. And I found that I could adjust some of the ideas to include my 6-year-old in the fun, too. The activities are broken down into different categories: social-emotional, language, fine motor, gross motor, cognitive, music & movement, sensory, creative and dramatic play development, as well as a section on outdoor and nature appreciation.
I ended up flagging about 3 dozen activities to try. This will definitely come in handy as I try to pack more fun and learning into my kids' day.
