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18-24 Months
This classroom is created for toddlers ages 18–24 months who are starting to interact more intentionally with their surroundings as their awareness, communication, and independence continue to grow. At this stage, children are eager to test new abilities, express themselves, and connect with others, so we provide guided play and interactive learning experiences that nurture confidence, creativity, and early problem-solving skills. Each day supports their growing independence while encouraging curiosity and joyful exploration.
Schedule | Activity | Focus |
|---|---|---|
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM | Arrival/Welcome Parents | Welcome child and parent/teacher interaction |
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | A.M. Snack/Table Centers | Food for energy; greet friends for new day |
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Block Play/Centers | Explore and use imagination w/blocks & centers |
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Circle Time/Stretch-a-Roo | Promotes socialization and listening skills |
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Story Time (Hello Highlights) | Develop literacy skills; stimulate curiosity |
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Group A: Outside-Vigorous Play | Build gross motor skills and develop active habits |
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM | Group B: Small Group/Mobile Writing/Teaching Cards | Peer cooperation; develop literacy skills; stimulate curiosity |
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Group B: Outside-Vigorous Play | Build gross motor skills and develop active habits |
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Group A: Small Group/Mobile Writing/Teaching Cards | Peer cooperation; develop literacy skills; stimulate curiosity |
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM | Potty/Clean Hands/Water | Establishes routines |
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM | Sensory/Social Emotional Cards | Learning encouraged through exploring/curiosity |
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM | Lunch | Food for energy; encourage good table etiquette |
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM | Clean Up/Wash Hands | Routines; develops listening skills |
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM | Table Activities | Promotes social interaction; sharing; taking turns |
12:20 PM - 12:30 PM | Story Time/Prep for Nap | Establishing routines decreases stress |
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Nap Time | Rest to replenish energy; improve mood; stay fit |
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Sensory/Science Activities | Exploration; curiosity; problem solving; creativity |
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Snack | Build healthy nutrition habits |
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM | Group A: Outside-Vigorous Play | Build gross motor skills and develop active habits |
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM | Group B: Foundation of Learning | Weekly topic; ABCs; Shapes; Colors; Numbers |
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM | Group A: Foundation of Learning | Weekly topic; ABCs; Shapes; Colors; Numbers |
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM | Group B: Outside-Vigorous Play | Build gross motor skills and develop active habits |
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM | Bible Curriculum | Explore the Bible; learn important life lessons |
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Sensory Exploration | Explore for creativity; learn problem solving skills |
5:30 PM - 5:45 PM | Music and Movement | Encourages self-expression and physical activity |
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM | Story Time (Hello Highlights) | Develop literacy skills; stimulate curiosity |
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Clean up/Departure | Goodbyes and parent/teacher interaction |
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