We are excited to have your child in our classroom!

We have lots of activities planned

to help your child grow and have fun!
To help us care for your child throughout the day, here is a list of items that your child
will need:

Diapers
Pull-ups (if potty training)
Wipes
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Two sets of extra clothing (including socks and shoes)
Child photos (for the Birthday Board, cubbies, and portfolio)
Family photo (for the Family Board its important for your child to see)

*Please put your childs name on the inside tag of their clothing
*If using basic care items, such as diaper cream or sun block, please fill out a new
card at the beginning of every month to continue use.
*Toothbrushes need to be replaced every three months
*A reminder will be placed in your childs cubby when items are running low
Thank you!

Who are the families of Toddler Q?

Please take the opportunity to tell us about your familys culture. Completion of this
survey will assist in our ability to plan and provide activities that are reflective of the
children in our program.
My name is _____________________________________________________________________
I was born in ____________________________________________________________________
My family is from ________________________________________________________________
My family and relatives speak/spoke ____________________________________________
Games from my culture include _________________________________________________
Recipes and food from my culture include ______________________________________
Music from my culture includes __________________________________________________
My family traditions include _______________________________________________________

Toilet Training Orientation

Toilet training should be a positive learning experience for children. It should take a short period of time if the
child is ready. Problems in toilet training arise when adults are inattentive to the childs lack of readiness.
Pressuring a child through weeks of unsuccessful experiences makes parents feel frustrated and the child feel
afraid or ashamed. This major transition should not be forced or rushed on child.
Toilet training should be done on an individual basis because readiness is individual. We want to help parents
understand that timing for toilet training is as individual as learning to walk. There is no right age by which
children should be toilet trained.
Your child may show that he/she is ready for toilet training when he or she:
1. Is weaned from the bottle
2. Can communicate verbally or through actions when he/she need to go to the toilet
3. Does not like being wet
4. Stays dry through the night
5. Shows an interest in toileting
Parents are responsible for initiating toilet learning at home. Once the child has demonstrated success in
toileting at home, parents should request a conference with the Toddler Supervisor and the Lead Program
Assistant to discuss toilet learning
PROCEDURES:
1. Communication between parents and staff is essential and more frequently necessary at this time.
a. Parents and program assistants are encouraged to be consistent in their methods and language
used in toilet learning.
2. Parents must determine from the beginning if their child is going to sit or stand and inform the
Program Assistants.
a. Parents should put their child on the toilet at the center in the morning and again before
leaving to reinforce positive behavior.
3. During the toilet learning process, parents may choose to continue to put a diaper/pull-up on their
child or dress their child in training pants/underwear. Please inform the caregiver if the child is in
underpants.
4. Three pairs of extra clothes including socks must be brought to the Center daily all labeled with
the childs name. An extra pair of shoes is also required.
a. Program Assistants will not wash out clothes due to health regulations
5. Parents must dress children in clothing which the child can easily put on and take off. This is most
important because it fosters independence and builds self-esteem.
a. Elastic waistband pants are best; no belts, overalls, or T-shirts with snaps between the legs, or
dresses because children cannot see to pull down underwear.
b. High top shoes with long laces make it difficult for children to get their shoes on and off.

Individual Care Plan and Family Information Form

Childs Name: _______________________________________________________
Birthdate: ___________________________________________________________
Mothers name & occupation: _________________________________________________________________________________________
Fathers name & occupation: __________________________________________________________________________________________
Names & ages of other children in the family: ________________________________________________________________________
Arrival
What time will you usually arrive at the center? _______________________ What will help you and your child say
good-bye to each other in the morning? ____________________________________________________________________________
Diapering and Toileting
What type of diapers do you use? _____________________________________________________________________________________
How often do you change your childs diaper? _______________________________________________________________________
Are there any special instructions for diapering your child? __________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Is your child beginning to use the toilet? If so, are there any special instructions for toileting?______________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Sleeping
How will we know that your child is tired and needs to sleep? _______________________________________________________
When and for how long does your child usually sleep? ______________________________________________________________
What helps your child to fall asleep? _________________________________________________________________________________
How does your child wake up? Does he or she wake up quickly or slowly? __________________________________________
Activities
Does your child know any songs or nursery rhymes? _________________________________________________________________
Does your child enjoy books? ______________________ Does your child enjoy listening to stories? _____________________
What are your childs favorite activities? ______________________________________________________________________________
What does your child enjoy doing with his/her father? _______________________________________________________________
What does your child enjoy doing with his/her mother? _____________________________________________________________
Does your child play well alone? _________________ Does your child play with younger children? _____________________
Does your child play with older children? ______________ Does your child play with brothers & sisters? ______________
Please check all items that describe your child:
___ Happy
___ Sleepy
___ Friendly
___ Impulsive
___ Moody
___ Quiet
___Dependent
___ Stubborn
___ Independent
___ Subject to temper
___Attentive
tantrums
___Inattentive
___ Even tempered
___Clumsy
___ Withdrawn
___Good Body Control
___ Sympathetic
___Puts away own
___ Fearful
Belongings
___ Good natured
___ Other: ___________________________________________________
During the coming year, I would like my child to do &/or learn ______________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

MEAL

INFANTS

TODDLERS

PRESCHOOL

PRE-K

BREAKFAST

8:00

8:15

8:30

8:45

LUNCH

11:00

11:15

11:30

11:45

AFTERNOON
SNACK

14:00

14:15

14:30

14:45

*Important note: Staff cannot hold food for children if they miss a meal.

6:00 - 8:15

Welcome Toddlers and

Inside Activities

12:00 14:00

Nap

8:15 9:00

Breakfast

14:00 14:15

Afternoon Snack

9:00 9:45

Outside Play

14:15 15:00

Carpet Circle

9:45 11:15

Inside Activities

15:00 15:45

Outside Play

11:15 12:00

Lunch

15:45 - 18:00

Inside Activities