Turn a familiar tune into a “Silly Song.” Change a word in a song your child knows well and see if they notice. Stretch the moment by asking why that doesn’t work. Can they take a turn to add a silly twist to the song?

See what your child is learning

Your child must listen closely and use their memory to recall the words to songs when you play this game. They’re also playing with what’s real and what isn’t—important concepts for understanding how the world works.


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