What are some teaching strategies for infants?

Introduce new or uncommon words, explain what they mean, and repeat them across different activities throughout the day. For example, use words like huge, humongous, or enormous to describe things that are very big. Repeat and Expand! Repeat the words babies/toddlers use back to them and expand by adding a little more.

What is creative curriculum for infants and toddlers?

The Creative Curriculum® for Infants, Toddlers & Twos is a comprehensive, research- based curriculum that helps teachers and caregivers understand developmentally appropriate practice and how to offer nurturing daily routines and meaningful experiences that meet children’s strengths, interests, and needs.

What is an infant curriculum?

In the Big Steps Curriculum®, infants are immersed in engaging experiences designed to promote motor and sensory interaction. Planned activities invite them to explore and play, which foster curiosity, persistence, creativity and problem solving.

How do infants and toddlers learn best?

Babies and young children learn best when they have warm, engaged and responsive relationships with their main carers. So you play a vital role in helping your child learn through their early years. You are your child’s first teacher, and your child will keep learning from you as they grow older.

What are the 4 caregiving routines that become curriculum for infants and toddlers?

Caregiving routines: Arrival, feeding or eating, diapering or toileting, sleeping, departure, etc.

What is developmentally appropriate practice for infants and toddlers?

Developmentally appropriate practice refers to using what we know about child development to make thoughtful and appropriate decisions for early childhood practices. It involves understanding how children develop and learn at various ages and stages and takes individual differences into account.

What are the components that make up infant toddler curriculum?

The components of a quality infant/toddler curriculum are based on:

• Close, caring relationships with a primary caregiver.
• Predictable routines and environments.
• Home/School connections.
• Hands-on exploration and play in a safe, opportunity filled environment.

How does an infant learn?

Babies learn largely through their senses: Their eyes, ears, nose, hands, and mouth are their tools. As babies grow, they learn to use their bodies to make discoveries. They begin to reach and grasp (watch out for long hair), which allow them to explore toys in new ways.

What is the first thing a baby learns?

The first thing your baby will learn is to associate you with getting their needs met. So, the feel of your touch, the sound of your voice, and the sight of your face will begin to mean nourishment, warmth, and comfort. Even at this young age, babies are ready to learn about the world around them.

What are examples of routines for infants and toddlers?

A typical schedule for infants and toddlers consists of arrival, playtime, snack, lunch, naptime, snack, and departure, with diapering taking place when needed and diaper checks at scheduled times throughout the day.