Toddler Curriculum
18 months - 2.5 years
1. Language Development
• Vocabulary Expansion: Introduce new words and encourage the use of simple sentences.
• Communication Skills: Encourage talking about feelings, needs, and experiences.
• Listening Skills: Follow simple directions and respond to questions.
2. Social and Emotional Development
• Sharing and Turn-Taking: Practice sharing toys and taking turns during play.
• Emotional Expression: Help them identify and express their feelings in a healthy way.
• Empathy: Begin to understand and respond to the feelings of others.
3. Cognitive Development
• Problem-Solving: Offer simple puzzles and games that involve matching or sorting.
• Memory: Engage in activities that encourage recall, like singing songs or reading familiar stories.
• Cause and Effect: Explore how actions lead to outcomes through interactive play.
4. Motor Skills
• Fine Motor Skills: Develop skills like holding a crayon, stacking blocks, and manipulating small objects.
• Gross Motor Skills: Encourage activities that involve running, jumping, climbing, and throwing.
5. Self-Care and Independence
• Basic Hygiene: Teach simple tasks like washing hands and brushing teeth.
• Dressing Skills: Encourage them to dress and undress with minimal assistance.
• Feeding Skills: Practice using utensils and drinking from a cup.
6. Creativity and Imagination
• Art and Craft: Provide opportunities for drawing, painting, and playing with play-dough.
• Pretend Play: Engage in role-playing activities that stimulate imagination and creativity.
Each child develops at their own pace, so it's important to tailor goals to their individual needs and interests. Encouraging exploration, providing a safe and supportive environment, and offering plenty of positive reinforcement.