Ages:1-3

Matt, Molly, and Bear are the lovable characters in this program that teaches critical early language skills, joint attention, and social reciprocity through engaging stories and hands-on activities!

Each lesson in the five-program set centers around a three-part story portrayed on 8 ½" x 11" full-color picture cards and everyday props (e.g. bubble, teddy bear, gift box).

Children complete hands-on activities using gestures (sign language), objects, pictures, role-playing, singing, and take-home resources. The lessons and materials work well in classrooms and small groups. Each program has eight comprehensive lessons with:

• complete lesson plans
• 8 ½ " x 11" picture cards
• sign language pictures
• family letter
• home assignment letter

Within each story, you'll introduce vocabulary and concepts through colorful pictures and fun role-playing. Then, choose from these activities to target language skills:

• showing function of objects
• identifying body parts
• knowing basic concepts
• requesting assistance
• taking turns
• matching objects
• grouping items
• following directions

The five-program set consists these programs and their stories:

• Time to Be Healthy- Brushing Teeth, Wiping Nose, Brushing and Combing Hair, Sleeping, Washing Hands, Falling Down, Washing Hair, and Going Potty
• Time to Play- Bubbles, Blocks, Gift, Bowling, Flashlight, Car, Drum, and Flower
• Time to Eat and Drink- Making Juice, Drinking Juice, Apple, Ice Cream, Bowl and Spoon, Banana, Pretzel, and Cracker and Cheese
• Time to Get Dressed- Socks and Shoes; Hat, Scarf, and Mittens; Coat and Umbrella; Jacket; Three Hats; Necklaces and Bracelets; Glasses; and Pants, Shirt, and Hat
• Time to Sing- Happy Birthday; B-I-N-G-O; Row, Row, Row Your Boat; Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star; Old MacDonald Had a Farm; If You're Happy and You Know It; Jingle Bells; and The Wheels on the Bus

Complete 5-program set:each program has a 20-page manual, 24 8½" x 11" story cards, vinyl folder. (©2001)