The toddlers have enjoyed our space theme this month. We have colored planets, had hands on learning with our space discovery bins, pretended to be astronauts and preformed an astronaut obstacle course complete with star jump and black hole, and discussed the concept of daytime versus nighttime. We combined our study of the letter R and space theme to create an R is for Rocket also!
As the weather turns colder, we try to find ways to practice our gross motor skills while inside. We do the parachute, wheel of fitness, dance party, four corners, marching band, bean bags, and relays. One of our favorite indoor recess activity is the ever changing obstacle course. This gives toddlers the opportunity to practice taking turns and get some energy out. We incorporate walking a straight line, hoping on star mats, crawling, and of course – the tunnel.
The parachute is another class favorite! We often have monkeys jumping on the “bed” or make small waves then big waves. We take turns going under the parachute and sitting on top!
The beanbags help us learn parts of the the body and balance as we try to place them on our heads, shoulders, knees, and toes!
We do try to get some time outside but the rain and snow won’t stop the toddlers from fun gross motor activities!
We had so much fun in the Toddler room this month! Focusing on the color white – we made sparkle white playdough, had white food for snack, and created white collage art. Triangles are the shape of the month this January. We used hands-on manipulatives (craft sticks and pretzel sticks) to create triangles and practiced with glue sticks to create a class mural of triangles. Our study of polar animals led to some yummy snacks, a fun obstacle course through the arctic circle, matching animals, songs, stories, and fun!
The weather has warmed up fast!
Time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful sunshine and warm up our muscles!
Creative Tots has specialized in the private education of both toddlers and preschool age children for over 15 years. We began in the heart of Madeira and now also have a new Mason location. We are specifically designed to focus on early childhood development for children ages 18 months to 5 years.
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