Generally, children who have Síndrome de Down do some difficulties developing some of their skillssuch as movements or speech function. But if children receive sufficient stimulation from a very young age, they will be able to develop their skills much more efficiently. In this way, you will help them improve their capacities for their growth.
Working at home is essential, as children spend most of their time at home. If you have a child with Down syndrome, do not miss these simple activities to do with your little one at home. By adopting certain routines that for the child are transformed into play, he you will help improve all those areas where it is most difficult for them to evolve.
Psychomotor activities
The exercises you do with your child must be adapted to their age and abilities. If it is still very small, you can use thick wax paints, to let him play doodling on a sheet. When he begins to stand up, use his favorite toys to put them in a remote area. This way you will get their attention and they will want to move to catch it.
As the child walks, you can place small balls on the path. Help him walk holding your hand, when you meet the balls help him to give them little kicks. The building blocks are perfect for developing motor skills, have colored blocks at home and play with the child.
When he is a little older, you can play with him to throw the ball. Sitting on the ground and increasing the distance as the child throws the ball. Little by little he will be able to throw the ball with more force and in addition, you will work on his visual and manual coordination.
Activities to improve the language area
Children with Down syndrome have a harder time pronouncing some words well, in the same way it costs them a bit more to assimilate certain concepts. With these games you can work on these areas of their learning:
- Improves concentration doing puzzles or simple puzzles
- The reading of stories with striking images, so that the child points to them while you pronounce them
- Sing simple songs, with repetitive lyrics and pronounce each syllable very well. Face to face with your child so that he can see well how your lips move when pronouncing
- Get used to telling him what's the name of each thing, either at home or when you go down the street
- Differentiate spatial positions, placing objects on the table, under the table, next to the table, etc.
So that your child does not get bored and lose concentration, make sure the game is enjoyable and fun. It includes elements such as music, dances and everything that can stimulate the child. Play is the foundation of your learning, but if you don't find it fun, you will get tired and never want to play again. Try to alternate activities and not repeat each game too many times.