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| When a child looks in a mirror, she sees herself. Her features are unique and special. This is a simple activity that will develop self-concept and self-awareness, steps that are essential to building self-confidence. |
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 Talk to the children about mirrors and how they reflect images. Where in their homes do they have mirrors? What kinds of activities might they perform while looking in a mirror? Invite the children to get into pairs.
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1. After a while, partners switch roles.
2. One partner begins by performing simple movements, which his partner copies exactly – acting like his reflection in the mirror! |
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| If necessary, encourage the children to create different body shapes, to use various body parts, levels in space, nonlocomotor skills (bending, stretching, twisting), and tempos. |
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