Teaching Toddlers

Teaching toddlers can be fun and the best teachers find that toddlers will teach them as much or more than they are able to teach the toddler. We teach our toddlers basic academic information, such as shapes colors and counting, but one of my favorite learning activities is when I focus on enhancing what they are naturally discovering anyway.  The most important things they need to learn are that they are wonderful and loved. They need to know that their thoughts and questions are important and meaningful. That means putting down the electronics, and giving our little ones face time. They must learn that grownups are kind and available. It also means spending time. Not just a few minutes a day.   In order to be available when they need to learn, we need to available and aware as much as possible. A great way to teach our toddlers well, is to let them “help” us. Treat your children, no matter their age as assets. That means giving responsibility. Even a walking child can get things and help with small tasks.   Finally, teach toddlers to enjoy the world around them. This can be organized or spontaneous. But teach them about the beauty of nature, the amazing way things work, and the ways that they can move and use their bodies. Creating these foundations will help toddlers learn what they need easily and successfully throughout their live.  Remember all kids are Precious!  To be considered for Mother Of The Week please send an email to allkidsareprecious@yahoo.com  with subject line "Mother of the Week"   and a mother will be randomly picked. Good Luck!