The Toddler program is broken into two care groups: Younger Toddlers and
Older Toddlers.
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We provide toddlers with an environment that encourages their explorations
and involvement in activities that help them to construct knowledge. In addition,
toddlers are exposed to a language-rich environment that will help to facilitate
their developing language skills and encourage social interactions.
We work with the children to help them develop skills in:
• Gross and fine motor skills – through art projects, climbing,
ball games and outdoor play
• Self-care – getting dressed and undressed, washing hands, toilet
learning
• Mealtime – using utensils and drinking from cups
• Social relationships – sharing, taking turns |
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A typical day in the CHM toddler rooms includes a mix of group time, free
play, special
activities, nap and outdoor time. Free play activities include:
• Manipulatives
• Water table / dry pour table
• Dramatic play area
• Book area
• Playdough / silly putty / clay
• Gross motor area
• Paint / crayons / markers
• Music
• Mirrors & photographs
Parents receive daily notes regarding their child’s food intake, elimination,
sleeping patterns
and general behavior.
Toddler Daily Routine
| 7:00 - 8:45 am | |
Arrival / Free play |
| 8:45 - 9:30 am | |
Clean up / Outside |
| 9:30 - 9:45 am | |
Snack |
| 9:45 - 10:00 am | |
Circle time |
| 10:00 - 10:45 am | |
Large muscle / Art / Sensory |
| 10:45 - 11:30 am | |
Clean up / Lunch |
| 12:00 - 2:30 pm | |
Nap time / Quiet activity |
| 2:30 - 3:00 pm | |
Clean up / Diapers |
| 3:00 - 3:30 pm | |
Snack |
| 3:30 - 4:15 pm | |
Clean up / Outside |
| 4:15 - 4:30 pm | |
Diapers |
| 4:30 - 5:30 pm | |
Departures / Free play |
“Sometimes very small children in a proper environment develop a skill
and exactness in their work that can only surprise us.”
– Maria
Montessori
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