It Is Amazing What Can Be Fun!

My son's new favorite activity is role playing that he is driving our car. In Florida, right now, the weather is good and he can get up in the SUV and pretend he is driving, without moving the gear shifter. He has also convinced my husband to let him move the gear shifter when we get into the drive way, parked. He gets out, climbs up front, and puts the car in park. He knows what all the letters mean and can tell you how Mommy holds the gear shifter and Daddy holds it- he is very observant!

Role playing is great for kids to pretend they are something else- even if it is Mommy and Daddy- since those are the most favorite people in the world. Make sure your child has opportunities to role play- just maybe not out in the car (like we will be avoiding when the weather gets too hot!).