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~ Kettmann (Author) "Children chant the nursery rhyme "Star Light, Star Bright" and blow out birthday candles to make their wishes come true..." (more)
Key Phrases: challenge your toddler, show your toddler, ask your toddler, Play Task, None Take, None Learning (more...)
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This is the perfect book for anyone who suspects that excellence cannot be bought at a toy store and that spending time with children pays off. The 2,000 Best Games and Activities is an essential book for parents and other caregivers of children from babyhood to eight years old. Its unique concept is to teach children-through games and play-the first significant steps that will help them grow into confident, independent individuals, laying the groundwork for the child to become a successful teenager and adult. The book focuses on seven life skills that are key to children's academic and social success: -- Communication -- Curiosity -- Decision-making -- Kindness -- Playfulness -- Self-control -- Self-esteem

The activities for each skill are arranged by age. Each activity includes a descriptive title, the expected duration of play, materials needed, directions for starting and ideas for extending the activity when interest wanes. This is more than a recipe book for dazzling children or filling their time; it is a planning guide about how to use play, the most natural of childhood activities, as a teaching tool.



About the Author

Susan Kettman has 20 years of experience teaching, directing and coordinating curriculum and child care in educational settings; doing regional child-care planning for local governments; and teaching preschool parents and teachers in community colleges. She is the author of two family/parenting books: Family-Friendly Childcare and The 12 Rules of Grandparenting. She lives near San Francisco, California.

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  • Paperback: 512 pages
  • Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. (April 1, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 140220194X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1402201943
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 7 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,023,422 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for friends with kids / all parents, August 26, 2004
By J. ZOROMSKI "jazy.net" (Oakland, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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I gave this book as a gift to my older sister to use with my niece (age 9) and nephew (age 5). My sister replied that she absolutely loved the book; that there are so many creative, fun and thought-provoking activities and games in here to keep both her kids busy, entertained, and engaged. She was very impressed with the book overall, and for her to comment that her sometimes finicky kids are enjoying these activities says a lot. You'll be amazed at how many clever ideas are crammed into this little book. Many activities are so straightforward yet unique and thought inspiring; just great for working out those young minds when they need it most.
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3.0 out of 5 stars not a 5-star book, December 13, 2007
This review is from: The 2,000 Best Games and Activities, 2E: Using Play to Teach Curiosity, Self-Control, Kindness and Other Essential Life Skills (2,000 Best Games & Activities) (Paperback)
There are about 600 activities in the book instead of 2000 as the titile suggested. Most of the activities are just common sense. I don't know why the book received all 5-star reviews.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Carry it in your back pocket!, May 19, 2004
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This book is amazing! I knew within 20 minutes of using this book that I would do well to carry it in my back pocket. It is amazingly easy to locate just the right activity, set it up and watch the learning take place. It also helps me to use spur of the moment opportunities to the fullest. This should be given to parents before they leave the hospital with their new babies!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Book was a bit yellowed on the page edges but otherwise as described. Fast shipping too. Very happy with purchase.
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As a future first-time mom with no motherly instinct, I thought this book would be a great help to help me figure out activities to do with baby. Read more
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Lots of things to do for differnt age groups. It's nice to find different books out there that help keeping kids occupied. Recommend.
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This is by far the best activity book I have ever seen/used. I work with children so I always have to come up or event new activities. This makes my life so much easier. Read more
Published on March 19, 2007 by D. Jean-Lopez

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First time mother with no kid experience. Was a helpful tool for me. Gave me ideas on games and activities that would not only be fun for my toddler but would help him... Read more
Published on November 3, 2006 by Shari L. Parish

5.0 out of 5 stars Teaching curiosity, self-control, kindness and other values
Parents who have infants through age eight will welcome an activities book which pairs activities and games which take 5-30 minutes each with a focus on teaching curiosity,... Read more
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