WELCOME TO THE BUMBLEBEE/BUTTERFLY CLASS! 

Hello Bumblebee/Butterfly Parents, 

The Bumblebee class is for children around 1 years old – 1-½ years old. The Butterfly class is for 1-½ years old – 2 years old. They are both part of our Infant/Toddler Center. The class’ curriculum and schedule are both simple and flexible to meet the individual needs of the children. Transitions can be difficult at any age. We do our best to make sure your child is comfortable and content as they gradually adjust into the daily routine. 

Parents fill out a Toddler Care Report as required by California Care Licensing. By doing so, you are helping us to better understand your child’s needs and wants. Of course, you are always welcome to speak to us personally if you have any questions or concerns. Other forms you may have already filled out include Physician’s Written Consent Form, and Parent Consent For Administration of Prescription and Over the Counter Medicine. These will need to be updated as your child’s weight and age increase. Please let us know about any medical or food allergies your child may have. A Plan of Action form will need to be filled out for any known allergies. 

We look forward to seeing you in the Bumblebee class! 

Bumblebee Class, Room 103, Phone Extension #: 129
Butterfly Class, Room 105, Phone Extension #: 131 

AGE GROUP: 12-24 months (approx.) 

RATIO : 1:4 (2:6) 

PHILOSOPHY: CHILD CENTERED – Each child is encouraged to learn from the materials on hand at his/her individual pace. Learning occurs through manipulating the materials; discovering their purpose and how they function in his/her world. PROCESS VS. PRODUCT – The process the child goes through in playing or doing activities is valued and appreciated not the product from their discoveries. Children learn through play. 

ABILITIES: 

1. Physical – walking, mastery of most toys, ability to handle one nap on a cot 
2. Self-help – using a spoon, eating finger foods, drinking from a cup 
3. Meal time – prefers one or two bottles maximum, breakfast/lunch should be finger foods or foods that can be easily handled with a spoon, able to sit in a cube chair for meals 
4. Social/emotional - well adjusted to daycare, having bonded with teachers, displays self confidence (comfortable when playing with older children), interest and confidence to explore new environment 
5. Language – understands several words when used in context, understands simple instructions, beginning vocabulary of 3-5 words 

WHAT WE DO: 

1. Simple, flexible schedule, meals, outside playtime and naps are scheduled, playtime depends on children and their desire. 
2. Art projects are introduced. Children will be exposed to several art mediums (i.e.: paint, crayons, markers, paste/glue, play dough). 
3. Self-help skills are continued and refined. 
4. The use of words is encouraged. 
5. Daily charts are kept. They record the time and amount and type of food/drink your child has eaten, slept, or soiled his/her diapers. 
6. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to participate in their child’s day at TDLC. 
7. Age appropriate activities are offered to each child during their desired playtime. Activities will assist your child in natural developmental growth. 

DISCIPLINE: Staff uses discipline as a teaching tool. Love, instruction, and example are primarily used (teaching the child that his/her actions were not acceptable, but he/she is still loved). 

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Here is a list of items your child will need in the Bumblebee/Butterfly room:
 

• Diapers, wipes, ointments
• 2 full sets of clothing (appropriate for weather and play) 
• Sheet and blanket for nap time (will be sent home weekly for laundering) 
• Pacifier or comfort toy, if desired 
• Shoes, sun hat, jacket/sweater 
• Lunch with beverage packed in an insulated lunch bag w/anicepack (finger foods are best for this age…see Toddler Care report for suggestions)
• Bottles for the day (if needed)
• Sipper cup each day