Toddler Care That Makes Room to Move, Explore and Grow
The toddler years bring constant movement, new words and a growing desire to do things independently. At the STRAUSS ECE, caring teachers combine predictable routines with hands-on play, giving toddlers the security to explore, practice new skills and build confidence at their own pace.
1-2 YEARS OLD
Active Exploration • Growing Language • Predictable Routines • Independence With Support
A Day Filled With Movement and Discovery
Room to Move and Explore
Active play gives toddlers opportunities to strengthen their growing bodies, engage their senses and discover how things work.
Climbing, balancing and age-appropriate large-motor play
Hands-on sensory and creative experiences
Simple choices that encourage curiosity and problem-solving
Toddlers learn by doing. Each day combines active play, creative experiences, books, music and familiar routines. Teachers offer choices, model language and stay close with encouragement as children test ideas, solve problems and learn to be part of a group.
Language, Feelings & Friendship
Teachers surround toddlers with language and help them begin expressing their needs, ideas and emotions.
Books, songs and conversation throughout the day
Support using words and gestures to communicate
Practice sharing space, taking turns and forming early friendships
Routines that Build Independence
Predictable routines help toddlers know what comes next while giving them opportunities to participate and try new things.
Calm, consistent transitions throughout the day
Opportunities to participate in meals, handwashing and cleanup
Patient encouragement as children practice doing more for themselves