The ages of 12 months to 3 years is an important and lively period in the growth of a child. Seemingly overnight changes in maturity levels bring large differences in abilities and achievements. For these reasons, our toddler program is divided into two groups, toddler I and II, based on age and/or maturity levels.
During this wonderful age of discovery, a child is full of curiosity, unlimited physical energy, and a quest for independence which merge together to provide a unique stage in the physical and emotional development of the child.
At Morning Star, the child finds an environment in which art and music are used to develop creativity and learning appreciation. By using colors, shapes, and familiar objects, we try to satisfy their curiosity toward the world around them and to begin preliminary math and reading readiness skills. This learning experience includes the use of discovery toys and puzzles to enhance fine motor development. A variety of outdoor and indoor equipment provide the means for developing large motor skills as the child expands tremendous energy in play and fun activity.
The program also emphasizes self-help, social, and language skills. French is introduced at this time in the form of songs and rhyming games.
For our toddlers, we provide consistency, praise, and positive reinforcement. Parental involvement is highly encouraged and appreciated on a daily basis. The toddler staff is professionally trained and highly skilled in early childhood development as well as C.P.R
