Our toddler classroom ranges in ages from 2 years to 3.5 years
Key Concept Independence
a can-do attitude and real-life skills Often, adults do too much for children and unintentionally undermine their confidence in their abilities. We take the opposite approach: we teach skills and support independence. At a time when tantrums often happen during conflict between a child who wants to do it “all by myself” and an adult who just wants to get it done quickly, we provide the teaching and time for children to succeed, on their own. When you watch a 2-year-old put on his own coat, you’ll treasure the confidence and pride on his face!
Daily activities include:
Exploration Time: Engage in self-chosen Montessori activities that foster independence.
Story Time: Enjoy age-appropriate books to boost language skills.
Music and Movement: Participate in singing and dancing to develop rhythm and coordination.
Practical Life Skills: Practice activities like pouring, buttoning, and washing to promote independence.
Montessori Sensorial Activities: Explore materials like color tablets, sound cylinders, and fabric swatches to enhance sensory perception.
Math Activities: Use number rods and counting beads to introduce basic math concepts.
Language Activities: Work with sandpaper letters and movable alphabets to develop language skills.
Arts & Crafts: Create simple art projects to encourage creativity.
Outdoor Exploration: Play outside for physical activity and exploration.
Social Interaction: Engage with peers to build social skills.
Grace and Courtesy Lessons: Learn social skills and manners through role-playing activities.
“Within the child lies the fate of the future.”
– Dr. Maria Montessori