Mamma Zamma Moms & Kids Development Group
Mamma Zamma means mothers trying very hard. The message is that mothers trying hard can change the lives of their children, by giving them agood start in life. This is what this workbook is all about. It has been specifically developed for mothers and carers with children between the ages of 3 - 6 years.
The workbook moves from the standpoint that parents and primary carers can play a significant role in their children’s early development. It provides 10 lessons with
all the worksheets and activities needed to develop basic skills in the child. Each lesson is divided into three segments namely:
Activate – basic numeracy, colours, shapes and concepts.
Relate – activities to develop the bond between mother/carer and child which include touch, trust and tell activities.
Empower – a section in which parental guidance and support is facilitated within the metaphor of building a ‘Kid-safe house’.
The workbook is beautifully illustrated and practically explained with a facilitator’s
guide included. It’s all ready for you to start a Mamma Zamma group in your area.
The Mamma Zamma programme was developed by the Draw the Line Child
Support Centre of Child Welfare Tshwane which is affiliated to Child Welfare South
Africa.
2. Inadequate emotional support and intellectual stimulation within the home environment may account for up to half of the deficiencies in mathematics, reading, and verbal skills among children who live in poverty Gertsch, L. & Wright, A(2009)
