Infant Turn Taking Lesson Plans

This lesson plan aims to teach infants aged 12-24 months the essential social skill of turn-taking through a series of interactive activities. The session begins with a welcome circle where the concept of sharing and taking turns is introduced, complemented by visual aids.

The first activity involves passing a soft ball around the circle, encouraging patience and participation as each child waits for their turn. This is followed by a musical instruments segment where infants take turns playing different instruments, reinforced by visual markers.

The next activity utilizes stacking blocks, emphasizing cooperative play as children add one block at a time in a turn-taking fashion. The lesson culminates in an interactive storytime, allowing each child to contribute by naming fruits, integrating both language skills and turn-taking.

Throughout the session, educators are advised to provide positive reinforcement, celebrating each child's participation and efforts while observing their social interactions. The goal is to foster communication, cooperation, and patience in a fun and engaging environment.