Programs & Curriculum - Barbara's Babies Childcare

Programs & Curriculum

Nurturing Development Through Play-Based Learning

Nevada Pre-K Standards QRIS 5-Star Rating Creative Curriculum

Our Educational Approach

Barbara's Babies follows the Creative Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers with a theme-based approach. Our curriculum aligns with the Nevada Pre-K Standards, QRIS 5-Star Rating Scale for Curriculum, and Nevada Licensing Requirements.

We believe children's play is essential to their development. Our program provides opportunities to explore, create, and develop in a loving atmosphere that emphasizes social skills, academic preparedness, and emotional & spiritual development.

Our approach includes:

📚 Language & Literacy

Cloth books and board books with real-life images
Songs and lullabies to develop listening skills
Baby sign language to build communication
Interactive storytelling
Alphabet exploration
Building vocabulary through themed activities

🧠 Cognitive & Math

Shape identification and sorting
Stacking rings for hand-eye coordination
Visual stimulation with contrasting colors
Counting games and number recognition
Simple measuring activities

🎵 Music & Movement

Gentle swaying and rocking
Soft rattles and musical toys
Movement with colorful scarves
Rhythm instruments
Action songs and games

🎨 Creative Art

Sensory exploration with safe materials
Handprint activities and finger painting
Painting with various tools
Playdough exploration

👋 Sensory Experiences

Texture boards and tactile play
Water-filled mats
Soft blocks and sensory balls
Sensory bins with various materials
Water play and sand exploration
Nature textures and outdoor sensory walks

❤️ Social & Emotional Development

Family photo books
Mirror play for self-awareness
Nurturing interactions with caregivers
Learning to share and take turns
Cultural awareness activities

Monthly Themes

Our curriculum follows monthly themes that provide focus and continuity:

👶

All About Me

🍂

Changing Seasons

👨‍🚒

Community Helpers

🦁

Animal Adventures

🚗

Transportation Fun

👁️

My Five Senses

🌱

Growing Things

🍎

Healthy Me

🌧️

Water & Weather

🐛

Bugs & Butterflies

🐠

Under the Sea

🎵

Music & Rhythm

Outdoor Classroom

We believe in the importance of outdoor play and exploration. Our outdoor classroom includes:

🚶

Nature Walks & Exploration

🌱

Gardening Activities

🧤

Sensory Natural Materials

🏃

Gross Motor Development

☀️

Weather Observation

🍃

Seasonal Activities

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