1. EHS_ ELOF In-Kind At-Home Activities for Activity Database .xlsx

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1	EHS At-home Activity Template
2	Group 1:At Home Activities (Infant-Toddler)
3	Source	Category*	Activity ID* (e.g. resource abbreviation+number) *	Activity Description *	School Readiness Domain	Value Per Hour* Hour*

4	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-1	Sit with your child in front of a mirror and make various facial expressions, such as smiling, frowning, and sticking out your tongue. Encourage the child to imitate your expressions and talk about how faces can show different feelings.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
5	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-2	Sing songs that express different emotions, such as "If You're Happy and You Know It" and "Five Little Ducks." Use hand gestures and body movements to illustrate the emotions in the songs.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
6	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-3	When your child displays an emotion, such as frustration or excitement, label it for them. Say things like "I see you're feeling excited because we're going for a walk."	Approaches to Learning	16.83
7	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-1	Set up designated areas where your child can explore freely. Use baby gates or playpens to create safe spaces where they can safely move around and interact with toys.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
8	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-2	If your child starts to engage in behavior that's not safe or appropriate, use a calm and gentle voice to explain why it's not allowed. For example, say, "We don't touch the cords because they're not safe."	Approaches to Learning	16.83
9	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-3	Model appropriate behavior by demonstrating actions you'd like your child to imitate. For instance, show clapping, waving, and blowing kisses.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
10	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-4	Lay your baby on a soft blanket. Slowly lower the blanket over your face and pop out with a different facial expression (surprised, happy, sleepy). Say, 'Peekaboo! I feel ___!' to gently introduce emotion labels.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
11	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-5	Create a calming sensory bottle using a clear bottle, water, a little oil, glitter, and a few beads. Sit with your baby and slowly rotate or shake the bottle while using a soothing voice.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
12	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-6	During diaper changes or after bath time, gently move baby’s hands and fingers while saying: 'Tap tap tap' or 'Squeeze and relax.' Pause to see if baby responds.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
13	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-7	Hold your baby and use varying emotional tones in your voice while singing a lullaby. For example, sing one verse in a 'sleepy' voice, one in a 'happy' voice, and one in a 'silly' voice.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
14	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 1-8	Hold a soft, warm item and gently pass it from your hand to baby’s hand, saying 'Now it’s your turn.' Pause to let them feel, grab, or explore.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
15	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-4	Play music with varied tempos. Encourage your child to dance when the music is fast and slow down when it’s soft. Use simple words like 'fast happy!' or 'slow sleepy' to connect movement with emotions.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
16	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-5	Offer two snack choices and say, 'Which one do you feel like?' Label their choice: 'You picked banana — maybe that’s your happy snack today!'	Approaches to Learning	16.83
17	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-6	Blow bubbles slowly while encouraging your toddler to breathe in and out. Say: 'Let’s watch the bubbles float. Breathe with me—like this!'	Approaches to Learning	16.83
18	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-7	Use a mirror and lightly tap your own cheek or touch your head. Encourage your toddler to mirror your action and facial expression. Say, 'We’re matching!'	Approaches to Learning	16.83
19	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-8	Make simple puppets from paper bags or socks with drawn-on faces. Use them to act out feelings and simple stories. Let your toddler point or touch the puppet that shows how they feel.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
20	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-9	Use a soft ball labeled the 'feeling ball.' Each time you toss it, say a feeling word: 'I feel excited!' Encourage your toddler to take a turn and say how they feel too.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
21	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-10	Cut out or draw 4–5 faces with different expressions. Ask your child to sort them by how they think each face feels using cups or plates.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
22	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-11	Create a 'calm corner' with your child using a soft blanket, a book, and a small stuffed animal. Talk about how they can go there when they feel overwhelmed.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
23	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-12	While reading a story, pause and ask: 'How do you think the character feels right now?' Offer feelings vocabulary to support discussion.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
24	ELOF	Emotional and Behavioral Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 2-13	Play a game where you act like calm animals (e.g., slow turtle, sleepy cat). Encourage your toddler to move and breathe like the animal.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
25	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-1	Offer sensory experiences like water play, rice bins, or textured materials. These activities can engage your child's senses and encourage longer periods of exploration.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
26	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-2	Play soft, soothing music and gently move your child's arms and legs to the rhythm. This can create a multisensory experience that holds their interest.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
27	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-3	Offer a variety of textured objects for the infant to touch and explore. You can use soft fabrics, crinkly paper, and smooth surfaces.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
28	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-1	Engage your child in rolling a soft ball back and forth, promoting repetitive play.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
29	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-2	Sit with your child and drop a soft toy or object, encouraging them to pick it up and hand it back to you.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
30	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-3	Fill a basket with safe objects of different textures for your child to explore, focusing on their persistence.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
31	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 5-1	Offer toys that move or spin when touched. This can help your child learn about cause and effect and adapt to the changing movement.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
32	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 5-2	Demonstrate simple actions like clapping, waving, or blowing kisses. Encourage your child to imitate these actions.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
33	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 5-3	Hold your child securely and explore different rooms or areas in your home. Describe what you see and allow them to look around and take in new surroundings.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
34	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-4	Place a small scarf or soft cloth partially under a cushion and encourage your infant to try and pull it out. Celebrate their effort to stay focused on the task.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
35	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-5	Use a kitchen whisk filled with small fabric strips. Let your infant explore pulling them out. This builds persistence and attention in a playful way.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
36	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-4	Place a noisy rattle under a light scarf and gently shake it. Watch your infant try to find the sound. Remove the scarf to reveal the toy, supporting attention and memory.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
37	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-5	Repeat a fun action like bouncing your infant gently on your knee or tapping a toy. Pause to see if they show they want 'more' and respond to their cues.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
38	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 5-4	Take a walk around your home holding your baby. Pause at different objects (mirror, plant, photo) and describe what you see with excitement to build curiosity and sustained attention.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
39	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-6	Fill a shoebox with small safe items wrapped in scarves or socks. Encourage your toddler to open, unwrap, and explore what’s inside, supporting sustained attention and problem-solving.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
40	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-7	Stack plastic cups or soft blocks with your toddler. Cheer them on for every stack and encourage persistence even when it topples over.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
41	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-6	Use socks, spoons, or colored lids in pairs. Mix them up and ask your toddler to find the ones that are the same. Say, 'Let’s find what matches!'	Approaches to Learning	16.83
42	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-7	Set up pillows or safe chairs to crawl over or around. Encourage your child to keep going and celebrate small wins to build persistence and focus.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
43	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 5-5	Hide a musical toy behind a pillow or blanket and activate the sound. Encourage your toddler to crawl or walk toward it, helping them build attention and memory.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
44	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 3-8	Gather clean socks of different colors or patterns. Challenge your child to find and match pairs while staying focused. Offer praise for trying even if they don’t get it right.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
45	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-8	Place 3–4 toys on a tray. Let your toddler study them, then cover the tray and remove one. Ask, 'What’s missing?' This builds memory and problem-solving.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
46	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 4-9	Clap a rhythm and ask your child to copy you. Then add one more clap. See how long they can stay engaged in the sequence.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
47	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 5-6	Turn clean-up into a focus game. Say: 'Can you put all the red blocks in the box?' Break tasks into mini challenges to support attention and follow-through.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
48	ELOF	Cognitive Self-Regulation	IT-ATL 5-7	Use pots, spoons, and pretend ingredients. Encourage your toddler to follow steps like 'First stir, then pour, now taste.' This supports sequencing and sustained play.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
49	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-1	Play "Now you see it, now you don't." Show baby a toy, cover with a cloth, ask "Where is it?" remove cloth "Here it is."	Approaches to Learning	16.83
50	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-2	Sing simple songs and pause at certain points to see if your child responds by cooing, smiling, or making sounds. This encourages them to initiate interactions	Approaches to Learning	16.83
51	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-3	Sit with your child in a quiet and calm environment and simply observe what captures their attention. Allow them to take the lead in exploring their surroundings.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
52	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-1	Create sensory bins using materials like cooked pasta, rice, beans, or sand. Let your child explore different textures using their hands.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
53	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-2	Provide toys or objects that make different sounds when shaken, tapped, or squeezed. Encourage your child to interact and discover the sounds.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
54	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-3	Fill a basin with a shallow amount of water and let your child splash and play with their hands. Always supervise closely during water play.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
55	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-6	Hang colorful scarves or ribbons from a low surface where your baby can reach. Let them bat, pull, and explore the materials as they take initiative.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
56	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-4	Use a small flashlight in a darkened room to slowly move light along the wall. Let your infant track the light and attempt to reach or follow it.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
57	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-5	Place a small object just out of reach and encourage baby to move toward it. Praise their efforts to reach and explore their environment.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
58	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-7	Put a few kitchen utensils in a basket and invite your toddler to explore. Ask, 'What can you do with this?' and observe how they use the items.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
59	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-8	Use paper and crayons to let your toddler draw freely. Comment positively on what they create to encourage their choices and curiosity.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
60	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-6	Hide small toys in a pile of soft fabric or under a towel and encourage your child to search. Celebrate when they find something!	Approaches to Learning	16.83
61	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-7	Take your toddler on a mini nature walk (even in your yard). Let them lead and explore leaves, rocks, or dirt while you talk about what they notice.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
62	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-8	Use a cardboard box as a play space. Add toys and let your toddler explore climbing in, out, and playing in their self-made fort.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
63	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-9	Set out safe household items (like plastic containers, lids, or measuring spoons) and let your child create their own play. Ask them what they’re doing and follow their lead.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
64	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 6-10	Let your toddler choose their outfit or snack from two options. Celebrate their decision with phrases like, 'You picked it all by yourself!'	Approaches to Learning	16.83
65	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-9	Give your child a magnifying glass (or just your phone camera zoom) and invite them to look closely at items like leaves or toys. Ask what they notice.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
66	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-10	Turn your home into a 'yes' space where your child can safely explore. Let them open drawers, play with safe objects, and follow their interests.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
67	ELOF	Initiative and Curiosity	IT-ATL 7-11	Ask your toddler open-ended questions like, 'What do you think will happen if we pour water on this?' and try it out together.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
68	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-1	Give your baby a wooden spoon and a plastic container. Let them hit the container with the spoon like a drim	Approaches to Learning	16.83
69	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-2	Provide crayons or chunky markers and let your child make marks on paper.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
70	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-3	Create a sensory bin using safe materials like cooked pasta, rice, or beans. Let your child explore different textures using their hands.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
71	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-1	Make a texture book, on each page including such as cotton, felt, sandpaper, cardboard. Help baby feel each page, talk about the way materials feel.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
72	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-2	Play peek-a-boo using a blanket or cloth. Cover your face and then reveal it with a smile and joyful tone.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
73	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-3	As you go about your daily routines, describe what you're doing to your child using expressive language. This helps them engage their imagination as they listen to your words.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
74	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-4	Tie colorful scarves or fabric strips to a low bar or baby gym. Let baby kick, pull, or reach for them. Talk about the colors and movements.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
75	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-5	Place baby in front of a mirror with safe, soft toys. Observe how they explore their reflection. Narrate what they see to enhance imaginative play.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
76	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-4	Play gentle background music and move baby's arms and legs to the beat. Try fast and slow songs to explore rhythm and movement together.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
77	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-5	Use different safe objects (wooden spoon, soft brush, cool spoon) to gently touch baby's hands or feet. Describe the textures and reactions.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
78	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-6	Use a sock puppet to sing and talk to your baby. Encourage baby to reach for it or coo in response as part of creative interaction.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
79	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-6	Give your toddler pots, lids, and wooden spoons to create their own band. Encourage them to explore loud and soft sounds through drumming.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
80	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-7	Provide blank paper and a few crayons. Encourage your toddler to draw freely. Ask, 'Tell me about your picture!'	Approaches to Learning	16.83
81	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-7	Collect safe household items (measuring cups, sponges, boxes) and let your toddler pretend they’re cooking, cleaning, or building.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
82	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-8	During bath time, offer cups and funnels for water play. Narrate what’s happening and let your child lead the play.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
83	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-9	Offer safe materials like crumpled paper, old socks, or cardboard tubes to build and play. Ask, 'What are you making?'	Approaches to Learning	16.83
84	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-8	Play dress-up with hats, scarves, and old clothes. Let your toddler pretend to be someone else. Join in and follow their lead.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
85	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 8-9	Set up a simple stage using a blanket and let your child put on a 'show' with toys or puppets. Cheer them on!	Approaches to Learning	16.83
86	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-10	Paint with water on cardboard or sidewalks using brushes or sponges. Watch the marks disappear and reappear together.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
87	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-11	Offer playdough and kitchen tools (plastic fork, cup, butter knife). Let your toddler squish, roll, and create.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
88	ELOF	Creativity	IT-ATL 9-12	Make a story together. You start: 'Once upon a time…' then let your child add to it. Go back and forth imagining the story together.	Approaches to Learning	16.83
89	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 1-1	Hold and cuddle your child gently while talking or singing softly. Physical touch fosters a sense of security and comfort.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
90	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 1-2	Sing lullabies or gentle songs to your child. Your soothing voice creates a positive and reassuring environment.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
91	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 1-3	Establish consistent routines for feeding, napping, and playtime. Children feel secure when they know what to expect.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
92	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 2-1	Observe your child react to a familiar voice; turning head, smiling, reaching, etc. Comment on the reactions	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
93	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 2-2	Play recorded music or nursery rhymes with different voices. This helps your child become familiar with a variety of sounds and tones. (Nursery Rymes for Kids) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gZOYKHXwyQ	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
94	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 2-3	During family meals, let your child observe interactions and conversations among adults. They can absorb the social dynamics and learn through observation.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
95	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 3-1	Observe your child seek assistance from you. Examples range from crying, pointing, reaching to taking your hand or asking depending on the age. Comment on how your child seeks assistance.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
96	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 3-2	Introduce simple baby sign language gestures for basic needs like "eat," "drink," and "more." Reinforce these signs consistently.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
97	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 3-3	Present your child with simple choices like two toys to play with or two types of snacks. This encourages them to communicate their preferences.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
98	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 1-4	During diaper changes, make eye contact and talk softly to your baby. Smile and gently touch their tummy or hands, reinforcing connection through routine care.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
99	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 1-5	Use a rocking chair to hold your baby and gently sway while humming. This movement fosters emotional bonding and a sense of security.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83
100	ELOF	Relationships with Adults	IT-SE 2-4	Play peekaboo behind your hands or a cloth. The surprise and return of your face helps build trust and joy in interactions.	Social and Emotional Development	16.83