Watching babies grow and learn is so special. We see the first light bulb go off, witness first steps, hear first words, and watch as they go from babies to toddlers almost in the blink of an eye. Our Infant Program is packed with so much fun that challenges our littlest friends to grow and learn. Learning through play is the best way for these cuties but every moment is a moment for learning. When we read books to infants they are developing language skills. If that book is a touch and feel book, they will be interested in reaching out to grab the book and feel the different textures. Tummy time and time on the floor is a great way to work those baby muscles through leg movement, rolling over, and holding themselves up. Even when eating, we can learn! When a baby is in a highchair eating, they can use baby signs for "more", "please", "all done" and so much more to let us know that they need! There are so many ways to learn in the classroom between toys, books, songs, movements, and so much more!! Check out some pictures of our sweet babies learning!
Classroom toys are a great way to kick off learning. Educators are able to tell the baby what color(s) the toy is, what shape it is, and can help demonstrate what the function of the toy is.
As babies develop, they start to reach for and grab items, such as toys, within their view. To encourage this, we place toys in front of their face to watch them grab for it and then eventually as they are able to sit up on their own, the toy is placed on the floor in front of them so they can reach for it on their own.
Feedings are a great opportunity to help babies grow and develop their brain. Through serve and return interactions, educators and babies are able to create a bond and trust. The infant shows interest through coos and smiles, different noises. We are able to return the interest by cooing back, singing, smiling, talking. Likewise, the educator can smile at the baby, talk to them, and sing songs which will provoke a response in return from the baby!
My muscles are growing! I am able to sit up. Look at that sweet smile!
Reading is a great way to help develop language skills. When an educator reads to a child, the child hears the words and sees the picture. The child can point to the picture and the educator can tell the child what the picture is. The book make have pull outs, flaps, touch and feel pages, or actions for the baby to follow like clapping hands.
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