What is Look, Say, Sing, Play?


Look, Say, Sing, Play is a set of resources to help you have higher quality interactions with children. We know teachers chat and interact with children all the time, but you might not realise that you're actually building and helping to shape their brains when you do.


Look, Say, Sing, Play provides fun and engaging tips which you can easily fit into your daily routine. Each tip includes the science behind it, explaining how each little moment can have a huge impact on a child’s emotional, social and cognitive development.


LOOK at what they’re focusing on and how they react


Brain-building all starts with taking a cue from a child. Look to see what they find interesting or funny. See if they copy you or react in different ways. You could think of it like a game of tennis – going back and forth between the two of you.


SAY what you’re doing in silly voices and use funny faces


Talking to children is an easy way to build their brain throughout the day. Even talking about simple actions as you do them is a great place to start. Try adding silly voices and use expressions to bring your words to life.


SING along to your favourite tunes or make up your own


You don’t need to be a karaoke champion to pull this one off. Try using familiar tunes and changing the words to describe things you’re doing. It might take some getting used to, but give it a go and find your groove.


PLAY simple games and see what your child enjoys


You don’t even need toys for this brain- building skill, it can be anything that suits you and your little learners!


How do I get started?


The NSPCC have a range of different ways you can find out about Look, Say, Sing, Play:


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• Sign up for weekly emails. Right from birth until your child turns two, we’ll email you an age-appropriate tip to try out.


• Watch others trying out Look, Say, Sing, Play on our YouTube channel - Why not start off by finding out about Singing Day or Sound Sensor?


• Find personalised tips for you by speaking to our brain-building chatbot


You can find all of this information and more by searching ‘NSPCC brain building’ or by visiting the Look, Say, Sing, Play webpage.


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It’s crucial that we all play our part to help keep children safe. Donate now to support the NSPCC’s life-changing work, or see how you can get involved in building a brighter future for all children.


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