INFANT STIMULATION PROGRAMMES 3 (0+3)

Module-9 & 10: Planning, Implementing and Evaluation of Stimulation Programme
for Infants (13-18 months)

Picture Card

Materials required: Card Board, Pictures, Glue, Scissors.

Procedure:

1. These cards can be made from ordinary cardboard either from sweet boxes or from the covers of books.
2. Cut the cardboard into square pieces.
3. Cut pictures of any objects or fruit and paste on each and every card.

Uses:

• Picture cards can be used for fine motor stimulation (Complete thumb opposition).
• Picture cards help in language development as the child identifies the pictures and repeats them.
• Cognitive stimulation as the child learns to arrange the cards and also comprehend the pictures.
• Increases the colour concept of the child.
• Use of different textured materials to improve tactile sensation.