Building Blocks Toddler Classrooms

Toddler Classroom Philosophy

In our toddler classrooms, children begin to acclimate to a daily rhythm of the day within a whole group setting. We follow the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, which views young children as individuals who are curious about their world. Our educators prioritize exposing children to a wide variety of educational opportunities that encourage self-expression, communication, logical thinking, and problem-solving. A mindset of “process over product” informs our activities and play, and keeps toddlers actively engaged and continuously interested in understanding more about themselves, their friends and family, and the world around them.

Toddler Classroom Curriculum

Let’s build a sense of independence! To set the stage for exploration and learning, we utilize a variety of activity centers in our classroom environments. These learning areas capture children’s varying interests and promote all types of play to foster healthy development and active learning. Supporting the development of the whole child, our classrooms include:

  • Art Area

    Let’s get messy! In our dedicated art space, children are provided opportunities to expand their creative expression, imagination, and fine motor skills. You won’t believe the masterpieces that are created here – and how they are supporting your child’s development.

  • Block Area/Manipulatives

    Build, build, build! Children love our block/manipulatives area, where they create structures of their own design while developing a sense of several concepts like size, numbers, shape, and weight. Hand-eye coordination is also advanced in this area – as well as a tremendous sense of accomplishment!

  • Dramatic Play Area

    Be who you want to be. In dramatic play, children can really let their imaginations run wild. Running a flower store, becoming a fire-fighter, seeing patients at the doctor’s office – this area is dedicated to enhancing creative expression, social role-play, verbal skills and storytelling skills.

  • Cozy Area

    Many toddlers need a quiet spot to recharge at some point during the day. This ‘be-by-myself’ space, which is set aside in the classroom, is a safe spot for a child who may be feeling overwhelmed. A protected place where children are empowered to turn to in order to relax or take a break, teachers often join the child if they need support in calming down or feeling secure.

Why Choose Building Blocks?

Choosing a daycare center can be difficult. At Building Blocks, we understand that families weigh daycare costs against safety, security, a strong early childhood education, and so much more. Parents that choose a licensed Building Blocks Early Learning Center find that a private daycare approach provides the resources required for a robust early learning experience to best prepare children for kindergarten, unmatched from that of home childcare or other child care options. We invite you to see for yourself – schedule a tour and come play with us!