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Parent Tot Lesson Plan: Safe Entry & Hokey Pokey (9/24/2021)

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Parent Tot – Safe Entry

Sit on the side, and slide in.

The child sits on the side of the pool and the parent gets in the water.

Keep a hold on the child while doing so.

Hokey Pokey Song

Sing the Hokey Pokey song while in the water with your child. Encourage them to put their hands, feet, and other body parts in and out of the water as the song directs. This builds comfort and coordination.

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