Milestones: 2 years
Milestones are big stepping stones in learning.
Watch this video together with children, noticing Rudy’s pronunciation of words like “water buffalo”! Can children remember the cute ways they said certain words? Take time to savor those silly memories.
Talk about children’s favorite books from when they were younger:
- What do they remember about the books (do they have favorite repeated rhymes or favorite pictures)?
- What did they learn from them?
- Are there books children still love to read again and again?
- Do they have their old books from when they were younger?
“First/Then” Boards: Managing Daily Routines
A printable tool to help children know what to expect in their daily routines and activities.
Planning for Play in Daily Routines
A printable page to plan moments of playfulness during daily routines.
Provider-Parent Communications Log
A printable page to help parents and caregivers communicate about a child’s day.
Communicating with Parents and Caregivers Around Routines
An article offering strategies for communication with parents/caregivers.
Lesson Planning Practice
A tool to plan opportunities for learning connected to monthly and weekly themes.
Shaping an Engaging Learning Environment
Your space is full of opportunities for children to learn and grow!
Planning Our Days: Creating Schedules for Children
Planning ahead can help you be intentional about the learning of the children in your care!