Curriculum
Learn about appropriate research-based curricula for infants and toddlers in group care and home-based settings. An appropriate curriculum offers some flexibility in how it is implemented.
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Infants and Toddlers
Interactions
Daily interactions with infants and toddlers are the foundation of quality care. Discover how education staff can tailor these interactions to the needs of each child.
Routines
Caregiving routines provide a framework for an infant’s or toddler’s day. Learn about individualizing routines in group care and home-based programs. Discover the difference between routines and rituals.
The Daily Schedule
The daily schedule orders events, including transitions, that take place each day. Explore characteristics of schedules for infants and toddlers and why consistency and flexibility are important.
Experiences
Learning experiences for infants and toddlers can be planned or occur in the moment as adults follow children’s leads. Explore how experiences can be individualized. Learn about planning for possibilities.
Planning for Possibilities
Discover the importance of flexibility when planning for infants and toddlers. Learn about individual and group planning forms. Review planning tips for individualized care.
Infant/Toddler Cognition: Supporting Early Math
Find out how infant/toddler teachers and family child care providers can help very young children learn early math concepts and skills. Hear from experts who share information on early math development.
Perceptual, Motor, and Physical Development for Infants and Toddlers
View this Teacher Time webisode to learn how to help very young children use their senses to understand and direct their daily experiences. Explore ways to help support children’s gross and fine motor development.
The Benefits of Messy Play for Infants and Toddlers
Messy play is the active exploration of materials like water and paper. It offers rich learning experiences for infants and toddlers. Listen to this podcast for strategies to make this activity fun and manageable.
Exploring Math with Infants and Toddlers
Discover the math component of STEAM. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Find out how infants and toddlers explore everyday math concepts during daily routines and interactions.
