Cloverdale Village
Early Learning Centre
Age-Specific Program
Toddler Class
Goal - To develop cognitive and language skills, while fostering physical and creative growth
Communications
Literacy
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-[Storytime] It supports the development of language skills, vocabulary, and early literacy concepts like recognizing letters and sounds.
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-Simple word cards help develop vocabulary.
Music: be on fostering a love for music, enhancing sensory development, and promoting language skills through playful and interactive activities.
Thinking and Creativity
Math: Introduction to counting (1-5), simple shapes.
Science
-Simple experiments (e.g., water play) introduce basic concepts of nature.
-[Cooking] Simple tasks such as mixing ingredients enhance fine motor coordination and introduce new sensory experiences.
Creative Arts: Drawing with crayons and color exploration foster creativity and fine motor skills.
Empowerment
Active Play
-Running, jumping, and ball play enhance motor coordination.
-[Yoga] Simple poses help improve body awareness and balance.
Nature Exploration: Focus on hands-on, sensory-rich experiences that encourage curiosity and discovery such as nature walks, touch, smell, teaching respect and safety.