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daycarediva 09:36 AM 03-01-2016
Originally Posted by Blackcat31:
Sitting for long periods of time is not developmentally appropriate for a 1 year old. But then again, neither is academics. Learning for a 1 yr old should come in no other form than play.


I had to admit that I cringed at the first part of your post about wanting her to be learning.Crafts are developmentally inappropriate for a 1yo. Learning is through play- my 18mo spends 90% of circle and centers pouring, dumping and washing animals. He is gaining far more than most parents are aware of by engaging his whole body. Children learn by DOING.

I recommend you read some books on early childhood education and learning through play for toddlers so that you KNOW what a quality program looks like.

Start touring other places immediately. There are MANY great home providers as well, so tour everywhere and before you enroll, ask to see a schedule.
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