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Build a word with large blocks
Arrange three labeled blocks to match a simple word.
Let's play →
A little plan for play
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Three large blocks suitable for your child's age, paper, a large crayon and three strips of paper tape
Age: 3–5 years; choose for the individual child.
Stay with the child throughout. Check the space and supplies, including anything within reach of younger siblings. Skip any activity that is unsuitable. Stop if a child puts non-food material in their mouth or becomes distressed. Use intact books, full sheets of paper, a large child-appropriate crayon and a clean, dry towel. Follow product labels; remove torn paper and keep broken crayons and caps away from children. Adult handles and stores supplies.
Set up: An adult writes CAT on the paper, labels the tape strips C, A and T, and attaches one securely to each block.
Adult's role: Name the letters and help match them to the written word. Check that labels remain attached and remove them after play.
Let's make it happen
- Look at the word CAT and name each letter together.
- Find the C block and place it below C. Repeat with A and T in order.
- Point to each block as you say the letters, then draw a cat beside the word.
Make it simpler: Match one labeled block to the same letter on the paper.
Clean up: Adult removes and discards the tape labels, collects the blocks and puts supplies away.
Use only blocks rated for your child's age. Stay nearby and keep tape and small pieces away from mouths and younger children.