The schedule for toddlers will provide them with a bit more whole group time, while still being flexible to allow for individual learning and activity time. Toddlers will also continue to have a long nap time as they still require the rest.
9:30am Free Learn
11:00 Circle Time
3:30pm Free Learn
Children are built for exploration and play is a great way for them to not only explore their surroundings but also gain an understanding of the world around them, so when planning the activities for the group an emergent curriculum is used. This provides the opportunity for activities to be individualized to the children’s specific skills and interests. A child’s work is their play and daily activities are built around that idea. The curriculum will be focused on play, in teacher directed, self-directed, and peer-directed activities. T.V. and computers will not be a regular part of the curriculum.
Each child will have their own cot, sheet, blanket, and pillow for nap time, they may also bring in a comfort item such as a special blanket or snuggly animal. Children will lay down around 12:15 after getting a new diaper or going to the bathroom. Gentle music or a sound machine will be used and teachers may sit next to children or rub their back. There will be continuous supervision throughout nap time.