Outcome 5Babies
EYLF Outcome 5 Activities for Babies
Children are effective communicators. Here are 5 practical, educator-tested activities for babies (0-12 months).
1
Babble Back Conversations
Respond to baby's babbling as if in conversation, modelling turn-taking and encouraging vocalization.
Materials Needed:
- Quiet space
- Comfortable seating
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2
Story Time with Props
Read board books with puppets and props, making stories interactive and engaging for babies.
Materials Needed:
- Board books
- Finger puppets
- Props
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3
Musical Instrument Exploration
Babies explore shakers, drums, and bells, creating sounds and responding to music.
Materials Needed:
- Baby-safe shakers
- Small drums
- Bells
- Music
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4
Action Rhymes
Sing action songs with hand movements, connecting language with physical actions.
Materials Needed:
- Song cards
- Props for songs
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5
Pointing and Naming
Walk around the room pointing at and naming objects. Babies begin to connect words with items.
Materials Needed:
- Picture cards
- Everyday objects
- Books
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Tips for Implementing These Activities
- Adapt activities based on individual children's interests and abilities within the babies age range.
- Document children's responses and learning to inform future planning.
- Each activity can address multiple EYLF outcomes simultaneously.
- Allow children to lead and extend the activities in unexpected directions.
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