TWOS / THREES PROGRAM

Teacher: Sonia Read
Parent Participation Time: Once a week
Class Time: 9:45am - 12:00pm Tuesday and Thursday
Minimum Age: 2 years by September 1st
Tuition: $180.00 a month

Sonia Read

Sonia has been teaching at Trinity since 1993. She began her journey with Trinity as a co-op parent in 1991. “After watching what a positive and important influence pre-school teachers can make on a young child’s early academic experience I went back to school for my Early Childhood Education credentials. My greatest satisfaction and joy comes from the child who experiences success and self-esteem from an "I can do it" moment.” Sonia is currently teaching in the Twos / Threes and Pre-K programs.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

While it is extremely important to remember that all children develop at their own pace, below are some typical developmental milestones for two to three year-olds.

Development/ Emergent Literacy	• Repeats words • Takes turns in conversation • Attempts to sing songs
Mathematics	• Begins to understand quantity (more) • Sorts by color, size, or shape • Begins to understand sequence of daily routines
Learning About the World/Science	• Describes what is seen • Begins to understand cause and effect • Classifies things that belong together
Social & Emotional Development	• Calms down after being upset • Becomes aware of other’s feelings • Engages in parallel play
Approaches to Learning	• Asks “why” questions • Uses objects as tools • Attempts a task for a minute or two before asking for help
Physical & Health Development	• Runs; can kick a ball • Washes hands with assistance • Demonstrates increasing balance

For many two year-olds, preschool is the first group experience away from home. Our nurturing environment and 1:2 adult-to-child ratio ensures the needs of each child are met during this important time. The Twos Program is the beginning of the bond between parents, children and teacher. This collaborative relationship encourages the children to feel safe and creates an environment that fosters the beginning of their independence. Children learn how to share an environment with others, simple school routines and how to get along with their peers.

The Twos curriculum is designed to help each child develop:

• Coping Skills

• Self-Help Skills

• Self Confidence

• Language Skills

• Hand Strength

• Balance and Coordination