Many parents want their babies to become smarter, so they enroll them in early education classes from a very young age. However, these classes aren't necessarily beneficial, and subjecting babies to classroom discipline too early may not be conducive to their development. Instead of sending your baby to classes, it's better to engage in developmental activities at home.
Stage One: Birth to 4 Months
Read books to your baby, make funny faces, tickle them playfully, slowly move objects in front of their eyes, and shake colorful rattles. Sing simple songs, preferably repeating the same melody over and over. Announce each action beforehand, such as: "We're going to get in the car soon. I'll put you in your car seat, then Mommy will get in."
Stage Two: 4 to 6 Months
Teach your baby to hold a doll; stack blocks for them and then knock them down so they can rebuild; play music with varying tones; show them brightly colored pictures; let them feel objects made of different materials.
Stage 3: 6 to 18 months
Engage in face-to-face communication with your baby, using both words and gestures; name familiar people or objects and explain their purpose; play peek-a-boo; sing songs and make movements to the music.
Stage 4: 18 to 24 months
Play simple games like naming an object's feature and having your baby point to it, or asking your baby to find an object you name;Speak directly to your child; encourage drawing with crayons on paper; encourage independent play with toys when you are not present.
Stage 5: 24 to 36 months
Offer frequent praise and encouragement; stimulate curiosity by suggesting different ways to play with toys; engage in pretend play scenarios: such as pretending to talk on the phone, drive a car, or host a tea party;When reading stories, actively involve your child by asking questions and pointing to words in the book.
Stage 6: Ages 3 to 5
Model sharing behavior for your child; stimulate learning through simple ball games, helping them master skills and follow rules;Limit TV time to under 2 hours daily. If watching, do so together and interact with them. Let children choose their own toys. Monitor how often they say "no"—allowing constant refusal may lead to defiance.