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Infants and Toddlers
We understand it can be difficult to leave your infant and toddler in someone else's care and be confident that your child will receive the same care and stimulation you would give him. At Sonshine School, we will take care of your child's daily needs, the same way you do. We will provide a stimulating environment for your child’s cognitive, emotional, physical and spiritual development. Our teachers will build a bond of trust with your child and with you. We will provide a warm, loving environment where your child will build confidence in their self and develop positive and trusting relationships. Routines and daily care are the first step in your child’s development as well as bonding and attachment betwe Your child’s feeding, diapering, and sleeping needs are met according to your child's daily routine. While your child is awake, our Sonshine School teachers will stimulate your child through singing, reading stories, talking, playing, and holding your child. Playtime is also learning time. Appropriate activities are encouraged for your child's developmental milestones. Our day will include Music and Movement - including musical instruments such as miniature maracas and toys that make noise and singing. Language Development - including board books, vinyl books, and picture card sets. Gross and Fine Motor Skills – using activity areas, play mats, stacking blocks and reaction toys. Book and Bible Storytelling - including favorite stories, using puppets and soft animals, as well as quite play including soft toys, clutch balls and activity mats. Creative arts and crafts will also be a part of your toddler’s curriculum. Where your child spends his day is just as important as what he does there. When you drop your child off in your Sonshine School classroom you will notice the warm, caring environment and our dedication to cleanliness and sanitation. As your child grows throughout the school year, so will their area of play. O There are plenty of opportunities to connect face-to-face with your child’s teacher and director at pick-up and drop-off time. If that's not convenient for you, we are always available for an extra conference or meeting should the need arise |
Your baby's first years of life are an amazing time of growth and development. It is a time filled with discovery. What your child learns early in their life will be critical to their success in school, relationships and throughout their life. 
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on motor activities that stimulate neck and back muscle development. If your child is learning to stand, then our teachers will provide a safe learning environment. Infant and Toddler cognitive skills such as memory development are taught through simple games such as hide and seek and peek-a-boo. Auditory skills will be developed through repetition of songs, stories and even through different sounding toys. 
ne of the keys to ensuring the best Sonshine School experience possible for your child and yourself is great communication. We hope you'll speak to us often about what your child is doing at home. For our part, Sonshine School has many ways to keep you updated on what your child does while here and what is happening at Sonshine School. You will receive a monthly newsletter and calendar and a daily Nursery Note/Report form from your child's teacher to keep you informed of your child's day.