Creative Arts

Toddler’s second year of life is more about becoming a self-sufficient individual, branching out into the world, with parents as a guide. During their first half of this year your baby will have developed a wealth of skills on which to build new ones.

Creative Arts

At this age, children recognize different qualities in music, and respond with their whole bodies to rhythm, beat and melody. Their interest in art is focused on the sensory exploration of art materials, such as paint and clay. The options for art projects at this age are limited by their undeveloped hand dexterity. Children this age make an important developmental leap by beginning to pretend during play, often by imitating adult movements.

Creative Arts

Two-year-olds explore the sounds made by banging and shaking instruments and household items. They are gaining control over their voices and will join in singing the refrains of their favorite songs.

Creative Arts

Three-year-olds have growing control over their voices and can recognize, name and sing their favorite songs. They can play simple rhythm instruments with a developing ability to control beat, tempo and pitch.