🧸 Discoverers Program
At My Little Hearts, our Discoverers Program is thoughtfully designed for toddlers who are beginning to walk, talk, and explore the world around them. This stage is full of rapid growth, and we meet it with warmth, structure, and purposeful play that honors each child’s unique journey.
🌱 Developmental Foundations in a Loving Environment
Toddlers are learning to express themselves, build relationships, and navigate new experiences. Our program supports this growth through:
- Language Development: Encouraging early words, gestures, and two-way communication
- Motor Skills: Activities that build coordination, balance, and fine motor control
- Social-Emotional Learning: Practicing sharing, empathy, and self-soothing with gentle guidance
- Sensory Exploration: Engaging materials and experiences that stimulate curiosity and creativity
🧩 Consistent Routine with Flexibility
We provide a predictable daily rhythm that helps toddlers feel secure while allowing space for discovery:
- Morning welcome and circle time
- Hands-on learning centers
- Outdoor play and movement
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Rest time and quiet reflection
- Free play and teacher-guided exploration
🌍 Inclusive & Culturally Responsive Care
We celebrate every child’s background and identity. Our classrooms include books, music, and materials that reflect a wide range of cultures, languages, and traditions—helping children feel seen, respected, and inspired from the very beginning.
🧑🏫 Attentive Educators & Individualized Support
Our caregivers are trained in toddler development and culturally responsive care. We meet each child where they are—whether they’re taking their first steps, learning new words, or navigating big emotions—with patience, encouragement, and love.
🤝 Family Partnership & Communication
We believe families are our partners. You’ll receive daily updates, photos, and insights into your child’s growth. We welcome your voice, your traditions, and your dreams for your child.
Below are some of the basic milestones we look for, in addition to specific academic and developmental achievements:
Movement
- Begins to run stiffly (16-18 mo.) Walks into ball (18-24 mo.)
- Climbs onto and down from furniture unsupported (16-24 mo.)
- Walks up and down stairs holding on to support (18-24 mo.)
Hand and Finger Skills
- Scribbles spontaneously (14-16 mo.)
- Turns over container to pour out contents (12-18 mo.)
- Building tower of four blocks or more (20-24 mo.)
Language
- Points to object or picture when it is named for him (18-24 mo.)
- Recognizes names of people/objects/body parts (18-24 mo.)
- Says several single words (15-18 mo.)
- Uses two word sentences (18-24 mo.)
- Follows simple one-step instructions (14-18 mo.)
- Repeats words overheard in conversations (16-18 mo.)
Cognitive
- Begins to sort shapes and colors (20-24 mo.)
- Begins make-believe play (20-24 mo.)
- Imitates behavior of others (18-24 mo.)
- Increasingly enthusiastic about other children (20-24 mo.)
- Demonstrates increasing independence (18-24 mo.)
- Begins to show defiant behavior (18-24 mo.)
🌟 Discover the Joy of Early Learning
Give your toddler a nurturing, enriching start in a space that honors their curiosity, culture, and character. Contact us to learn more or schedule a visit.