To help make the days go by faster when anticipating an event (birthday, holiday, family vacation), wrap up as many books as there are days left. (Five is a great starting point for toddlers, and 10 for older children)
Each night at bedtime your child may unwrap a book to be read to them, after pajamas are on and teeth are brushed. (predictable routines, such as this, help bedtime go more smoothly)
You can use new books, books you already own, or books borrowed from the library. You never know which one you’ll open next, so they all seem new to them...and kids love unwrapping things.
The pile can be counted each night to show how many days are left. The pile also gives a great visual representation of the time as the pile gets smaller. (math skills)
Have fun!
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