Bug Garden (18-30 months)
DEIDRE H., LEAD TEACHER
CONNIE F., ASSISTANT TEACHER
Ms. Connie is a licensed social worker with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. She worked as a social worker for many years before joining our center in 2021. Connie works from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is First Aid and CPR certified.
ENVIRONMENT
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An energetic, language-rich class where children's individual personalities and needs are nurtured.
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Teachers respect toddlers' solitary and parallel play. Toys are plentiful with more than one of the same thing.
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Teachers model taking turns and playing with the children
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The small class size allows the teachers to meet the children's individual needs
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This classroom is licensed for up to ten children
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Children have three hours of free play per day to explore
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The environment is changed to support the lesson plans. Materials are kept on low, open shelves for the children to have easy access to them.
CURRICULUM
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Lesson plans consist of activities in social emotional growth, motor skill development, acquisition of language, cognitive development and Christianity
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Activities are planned using individual time, small groups, large groups, and music and movement
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Teachers read to children in group and individual settings
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
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Teachers encourage and welcome parent participation and involvement
