Toddlers
Welcome to the Poppy Room
Our Toddler Room, where curiosity thrives! This stage is all about exploration, learning through play, and fostering independence in a safe and supportive environment.
Our dedicated caregivers create a fun and engaging atmosphere where toddlers can develop essential skills and build confidence as they explore the world around them. Through hands-on activities and guided play, we support their growth and celebrate each new milestone.
The Toddler Room offers:
Developmentally Appropriate Activities: Designed to encourage language, motor, social, and cognitive skills.
Daily Routines with Flexibility: A balance of structure and free play, tailored to toddlers’ unique energy and curiosity.
Creative Play Opportunities: From sensory bins and art projects to dramatic play and building activities.
Outdoor Adventures: Time to run, jump, and explore the outdoors, promoting physical development and a love for nature.
Focus on Social Skills: Encouraging sharing, taking turns, and positive interactions with peers.
We understand the importance of nurturing both independence and connection during this exciting stage. Our team is here to guide and support your toddler every step of the way!
Skill Goals
For your child to enter the toddler room, our goal is that they have the following skills
Be eating mostly solids
Be relatively stable on their feet
Say a few simple words and point to objects
Consistently taking 1 nap per day
Stack a few blocks
By the time your child graduates the toddler program, to the Discovery Preschool program, our goal is that they have the following skills
Follow simple instructions
Eat with utensils
Scribbles
Can run, jump, and kick
Answers yes/no questions
puts 2 words together
Plays simple pretend
Toddler Curriculum
Our toddler curriculum is refreshed each month to keep learning exciting and engaging. New themes inspire hands-on activities that promote curiosity, creativity, and skill-building in areas like communication, motor development, and social interaction. By offering a variety of experiences, we ensure toddlers stay interested, explore new ideas, and enjoy their journey of discovery.
Daily Curriculum
Circle Time: Singing songs with hand motions, learning new words, naming colors, and singing the ABCs!
Activities: Exploratory arts and crafts, motor skill activities, or sensory activities based on the theme of the month
Supported Group Play: Building towers together, rolling a ball to our friends, or building a racetrack of cars are a few of the many options our teachers will lead the kids through
Free Play: Promoting free exploration and social interaction
Solo Play Station: A given learning station is set outside of the main play area- and the children come and go from said stations voluntarily, 1 at a time. Allows a break from free play in the classroom.
Yearly Curriculum
We change what the toddlers are learning about each month
January: Light and Dark– Explore things that glow, high contrast, and night and day.
February: Love and Friendship – Celebrate kindness, friendship, and Valentine’s Day with heart-themed activities.
March: Down on the Farm – Learn about animals, crops, and life on the farm through songs and creative play.
April: Spring into Nature – Discover flowers, bugs, and the joys of springtime with outdoor exploration and nature crafts.
May: Under the Sea – Dive into ocean life with fish, seashells, and water play.
June: All About Me – Celebrate individuality with activities focused on family, feelings, and self-expression.
July: Summer Safari – Embark on an adventure to learn about wild animals, their habitats, and nature through imaginative play and fun crafts.
August: Sunny Days – Celebrate the end of summer with activities focused on sunshine and outdoor fun
September: Back to School – Focus on routines, friendships, and learning basics through playful activities.
October: Pumpkins and Fall Fun – Celebrate autumn with leaves, pumpkins, and harvest-themed exploration.
November: Thankful Hearts – Learn about gratitude and kindness with activities that emphasize sharing and giving.
December: Holiday Cheer – Explore winter holidays, traditions, and seasonal fun through music and crafts.
Toddler Room Schedule
Please note that the schedule below is a general example of a day in our toddler room. In reality, the routine varies greatly as we prioritize each toddler’s overall care. Our goal is to provide a flexible and nurturing environment that adapts to the natural rhythms of the children while ensuring their comfort and happiness.
