by Poppy H | Sep 25, 2025 | Toddlers
A couple of weeks ago, I discovered a worm wriggling through toddler yard, who had made his way onto my toe. I called to the children, “There is a worm on my toe! Does anyone want to see?” Everyone gathered, and we all got the opportunity to take a closer...
by Toddler Room | Sep 18, 2025 | Toddlers
First through big body movements, then connections to broader frameworks, the children have explored the idea of what it means to be “up high”. This concept began as a message of caution while testing bodily limits, and evolved into an exclamation of accomplishment....
by Poppy H | Sep 16, 2025 | Toddlers, Uncategorized
Recently, we’ve been noticing a theme in our toddler classroom: the children are going up. Climbing logs, onto stumps, into small spaces, testing their balance on unsteady surfaces; exploring what their bodies can do! They are carrying big rocks, throwing balls, and...
by Blue Leaf | Sep 15, 2025 | Infants
When the curler loose parts were first introduced in the classroom, the teachers’ intended to create a light scape of different shapes and textures. Anne however was quick to show us that even though she may have been invited in by the light, other characteristics of...
by Toddler Room | Sep 3, 2025 | Toddlers
There are a hundred different languages that children use to communicate. While the toddlers are growing their verbal communication skills, they are practicing other ways of communicating, such as hugs, cuddles and gentle touches. “The child is made of one...
