August Days:

August 9

Sing a Song

The Doctor’s Song
(Tune: "Row, Row, Row Your Boat")

I use a stethoscope
To listen to your heart.
To help you be a healthy child
And heal you when you aren't.

Watch

Going to the Doctor's Office: SciShow Kids

Try This

Set up a pretend doctor’s office and let your child be a doctor. Talk about what the doctor does at each visit.

Read a Book

Here are some book recommendations for today. Check out the picture book collection at your local library, where there are lots of books to choose from! Find nearby libraries.

Hooray for Doctors by Tessa Kenan
Doctor Ted by Andrea Beaty; illustrated by Pascal Lemaitre

Explore More

See the August Activity Calendar for many more fun, educational activities you and your child can do anytime!

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