Read together daily, even for a few minutes.

Ask open-ended questions like “What do you think will happen next?”

Sing nursery rhymes and action songs to build listening, memory, and rhythm.

Let your child retell favourite stories in their own words.

Celebrate effort, not just perfect speech.

Practise putting on coats, shoes, and simple clothing.

Let children try using the toilet, washing hands, and blowing their nose with gentle support

Offer encouragement rather than doing everything for them.

Celebrate small achievements to help children feel proud of what they can do.

Count toys as you tidy up or steps as you walk.

Use fingers, claps, or jumps to help children connect numbers to actions.

Talk about “more,” “less,” “big,” “small,” “full,” and “empty” during meals or play.

Let children help with cooking by pouring, measuring, and comparing amounts.

​Follow your child’s interests — maths is everywhere in play.

Offer crayons, pencils, chalk, paint, or even water and brushes outside.

Let children draw freely — scribbles and pictures are important early steps.

Play with playdough, threading beads, or using tweezers to pick up small objects.

Try activities like cutting with child-safe scissors or peeling stickers.

Sing number rhymes to build memory and rhythm.

Model positive language: “I can try again.”

Help children talk about their feelings and achievements.

Encourage them to make simple choices to feel more in control.

Spend quality time together talking and playing.

Listen carefully to your child’s thoughts and ideas.

Collect leaves, sticks, stones, or flowers and talk about colours and textures.

Look for insects, birds, or changing seasons

Ask open questions like, “What do you think will happen if…?”

​Allow space for imaginative play using natural materials.