Babies & Toddlers
This group is for children who were/will be less than 4 years old as of September 1st of the co-op’s “school year.”
The following program components will be explored for this age group at the monthly meetings held on the first Tuesday:
Montessori-ISH
Babies and toddlers will engage in Montessori inspired activities (the Montessori method of education involves children's natural interests and activities rather than formal teaching methods), as well as sensory bins/projects, and imaginative play. During this time, leaders and present parents will be encouraged to “invite” their children to engage in age-appropriate activities designed to encourage development on multiple levels.
Story Time & Snack
Babies and toddlers will break for snack and will be read engaging stories to help them learn the sounds of language, new words, and the social element of communication. We know a baby is never too young to grab ahold of the listening skills and memory retention that reading to them provides.
Music & Movement
Babies and toddlers will shake shakers, twirl ribbon rings, throw scarves in the air… all while learning classic childhood songs. This class will help improve balance, coordination and rhythm through dance and movement activities.
Recess
No child is too young for recess here. Held outside, this time for babies and toddlers features activities like crawling through tunnels, balancing on beams, jumping over ropes and more. Those that can walk will have plenty of opportunities to play games that have them throwing and rolling balls, running to catch flying bubbles, and learning how to “follow the leader.” Sensory bins, chalk, and sliding down slides…children will breathe the fresh air and play!