Toddlers

Toddlers are curious and eager, and are learning to interact with their surroundings and their peers. At Days of Wonder, we provide a safe and nurturing envirnment for them to grow.

On the go

The toddler years are full of energy. Children learn to walk, talk, solve problems, relate to others and more. At days of Wonder we give children the room they need to grow and explore. Whether pushing a truck, pounding clay, repeating a fingerplay, or simply learning to share, our activities are planned to encourage the development of motor, social, and language skills.

Tell me a story

Children learn by repetition and imitation. That’s why storytime is a perfect activity for toddlers. Favorite books are read over and over again. New books are explored. Children are encouraged to make up their own stories and to share ideas during Circle Time. They learn rhymes and songs, develop a love of books and experience the joys of language, while building important reading and listening skills.

I can do it

One major task for toddlers is to learn to be independent. At Days of Wonder, toddlers learn to dress themselves, put away their toys and use a spoon and fork. Every day toddlers are presented with new opportunities to learn about the world around them. From fitting together a simple puzzle, to nesting a set of blocks or climbing on the playground, a toddler’s day is an exciting journey of self-discovery.

A break in the action

There is always a break in the action. Each child has his or her own cot and blanket, and takes a nap every day. And on those days when nothing goes right, there is always a cuddle close by. A grown-up hand to hold.

Our toddler program goals:

  • To Learn To Share
  • To Increase Self Awareness
  • To Improve Gross Motor Skills and Fine Motor Skills
  • To Begin Exposure To The Alphabet, Numbers And Basic Colors
  • To Improve Sensory Skills
  • To Begin To Use Problem Solving Skills
  • To Foster The Love Of Reading
  • To Drink From An Open Cup
  • To Wash Hands And Brush Teeth
  • To Walk Up And Down Stairs
  • To Use A Spoon And Fork

Our Toddler Program Schedule:

Morning 7:30 am - 8:30 am   Free Play
8:30 am - 9:00 am   Breakfast
9:00 am - 10:30 am   Morning Activity Time Includes Stories, Music, Movement, Art, Cooking and Sensory Activities
10:30 am         Snack
10:45 am - 11:45 am   Outside play
  11:45 am - 12:00 pm   Tabletop Activities/Get Ready for Lunch
Afternoon 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm   Lunch
  12:30 pm - 1:00 pm   Quiet Stories, Music/Get Ready for Naptime
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm   Naptime
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm   Snack and Stories/Flannel Boards
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm   Outside Play/Large Motor Play
*Diaper changes are scheduled at least four times per day and as needed.

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