What is a Tot-Book?
A Tot-Book is simply a small lapbook for a tot!
How do you make a Tot-Book?
Cut a file folder in half and fold the two sides in, it's that simple!
Why make a Tot-Book for your tot?
When you take the natural interest of a tot and use it as a spring board into exposing him/her to the skills you want him/her to learn (ABC's, name, shapes, etc.) you have a win-win situation. Your tot loves the Tot-Book because it has a theme he already loves, YOU love the Tot-Book because he is being exposed to great early learning skills! It also creates a wonderful memory and keepsake of remembering the many "loves" of your tot at this stage!
When is my tot ready for a Tot-Book?
Do not attempt a Tot-Book until your tot can interact with paper items without tearing them apart! My tot wouldn't have been ready even a week before we began (which was at 25 months for us). You will only be frustrated if you try to do this before your TOT is ready!
Advice for creating a Tot-Book...
Print any cards on cardstock (or laminate) if you can. I also glue a piece of colored construction paper to the back for added durability. I also print any fold outs (the Cars name book for example), on cardstock, to help prevent ripping!
