1. Know the rules: make sure that you know how to play the game before you start. Read the directions or ask an adult or older sibling/friend for help.

2. Decide who goes first: some ideas include rolling to dice to see who gets the highest number; playing rock, paper, scissors; oldest or youngest goes first; take turns going first each game you play

3. Take Turns: make sure that you each take turns; make sure you don't move your friend's game piece or take their turn for them!

4. Be a Good Sport: Congratulate the other player who wins; don't get too upset if you lose! We play games to have fun, not just to win!

Activities that encourage cooperative play: learn the important social, physical, and cognitive skills developed through cooperative play.

Construction games: Blocks, Legos, etc. Build something together and talk through the process. Children not only learn how to solve problems and communicate but also work on developing their motor skills.

Follow the leader: This simple game helps children learn how to listen and respond. Skills like hopping, jumping, and arm movements are fun and easy to imitate.

Collaborative art projects: Creating a collage, this project is an excellent way for children to work together on building a composition, choosing colors, and assigning parts to each other. (If you have one child, join and help cutting images, work together)

Drama: Kids love to dress up and create parts in a scripted story. You can host a talent show at home or create your own stories together.