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Seedlings
4 wk - 12 mo
Acorns
1 yr - 2 1/2 yr
Oak Leaves
2 1/2 - 3 1/2 yr
Maples
3 1/2 - 5 yrs
Evergreens
kindergarten
Redwoods
school age
Welcome to the Seedlings!
every effort to provide the best atmosphere and
environment outside of your home for your
growing baby. In our cozy, quiet nook,
your baby will be rocked, nestled and, most
importantly, have many chances to build a
bond of trust with their primary caregiver.
Our cheerful, stimulating play area is a safe
place for your baby to explore and develop his
or her motor skills.
Our Infant Specialists understand the importance of purposeful interactions with
very young children. They will sing, read books and count fingers and toes just like
you would at home. We know how important it is to keep your baby on the same
schedule you have set at home and child's caregiver will strive to provide the
consistency you desire.
Knowing the importance of the bond you share with your baby, we encourage
you to come in to rock, feed, and play with your baby to your heart's content.
Class Favorites
by Dorothy Kunhardt
Oh Baby, the Places You'll Go!
by Dr. Suess
by Margaret Wise Brown
by Bill Martin
by Vera B . Williams
6:15
6:30 - 9:30
9:30 - 10:00
10:00 - 12:00
12:00 - 2:00
2:00 - 2:30
2:30 - 6:00
6:15
Day School Opens
Early Morning Routine
includes feeding, play time and rest time according to our babies' individual schedules
Optional Outdoor Play Time
depending on individual schedules, children may go outdoors to play in small groups or for a walk around the neighborhood
Late Morning Routine
includes feeding, play time and rest time according to individual needs and schedules. During this time older infants may participate in developmentally appropriate teacher planned activities
Quiet time
many babies may be resting during this time and those who aren't will be cuddled, read to and played with
Optional Outdoor Play Time
Afternoon Routine
includes feeding, play time, rest time and preparation for going home in accordance with individual schedules
Day School Closes
A Day in the Life of a Seedling
Tummy Time
Any time your child spends playing
on his/her tummy is tummy time.
Why is "tummy time" important?
It strengthens muscles and will
improve your baby's coordination.
The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages supervised "tummy time" on firm surfaces when the infant is awake and being observed
Because our infant specialists know how important Tummy Time is to your growing baby, they will ensure that your child spends time on their tummy each day!
Feeding Time
Feeding Time is a time for bonding
and discovery in the seedlings
classroom. Whether your child is
breastfed, bottle fed or eating solid
foods*, our Infant specialists will
be attentive to the needs of your
baby as well as the recommended
infant feeding guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Be sure to check our wonderful menu and consult with your child's teachers about which healthy meal and snack choices are appropriate for your child.
*Once your baby starts solid foods, all meals and snacks are included as a part of our infant program.
Interaction Time
From Patty Cake to Peek-a-Boo
every moment is a teaching
moment for our teachers and
a learning moment for our babies.
Each interaction your child has with
his or her teacher will be a
meaningful one!
Quiet Time
Many peaceful moments will be
spent during quiet time in our little
Seedlings classroom. During this
time your baby will share those
important bonding moments, such
as being sang to or read a special
book with his/her primary caregiver.
Nap Time
Consistency is important for your
child's healthy development, so we
will strive to maintain your child's
home sleep schedule. If your baby
needs to be rocked or patted to
sleep, no need to worry, a teachers
caring arms are always available to
do just that! Your sweet baby will
have many restful naps in our cozy
Seedlings room.
Play Time
We know babies learn through play
so we take playtime very seriously.
Our room is supplied thoughtfully
with toys that will encourage your
child to grow, learn and interact
with the world around them.
Outdoor Time
What fun to be outside on our
playground! When the weather
permits, your little one will
get a chance to discover the
outdoors or play in our wonderful
play area! Our teachers love to
read books or blow bubbles in the
warm sunshine with their growing
seedlings. Your baby will also appreciate the fresh air on a stroll around our peaceful tree lined property!