Free Toddler Daily Lesson Plan Template
Toddler Daily Lesson Plan
Teacher: | [YOUR NAME] |
Email: | [YOUR EMAIL] |
School Year: | 2051-2052 |
Date: | [DATE] |
I. Objective
The objective of today's lesson plan is to provide toddlers with engaging activities that promote their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
II. Materials Needed
Seasonal picture books
Coloring supplies (crayons, markers, paper)
Seasonal items for sensory play (e.g., leaves, snow, flowers)
Building blocks
III. Schedule
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
8:00 - 8:30 | Arrival and Free Play |
8:30 - 9:00 | Circle Time: Welcome and Morning Song |
9:00 - 9:30 | Art Activity: Finger Painting |
9:30 - 10:00 | Snack Time |
10:00 - 10:30 | Outdoor Play |
10:30 - 11:00 | Story Time: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" |
11:00 - 11:30 | Music and Movement: Singing and Dancing |
11:30 - 12:00 | Lunch Time |
12:00 - 2:00 | Nap Time |
2:00 - 2:30 | Sensory Play: Water Play |
2:30 - 3:00 | Gross Motor Skills: Obstacle Course |
3:00 - 3:30 | Snack Time |
3:30 - 4:00 | Quiet Reading and Individual Activities |
4:00 - 4:30 | Group Activity: Building Blocks |
4:30 - 5:00 | Free Play and Departure |
IV. Activity Descriptions
Circle Time: Welcome and Morning Song
Gather children in a circle.
Welcome each child by name.
Sing a lively morning song together to start the day on a positive note.
Art Activity: Finger Painting
Provide toddlers with non-toxic finger paints and large sheets of paper.
Encourage them to explore color mixing and create their own masterpieces.
Outdoor Play
Take toddlers outside to explore the playground.
Provide age-appropriate toys and equipment for climbing, sliding, and running.
Story Time: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
Read "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle aloud to the children.
Encourage interactive participation by asking questions about the story.
Music and Movement: Singing and Dancing
Play upbeat music and encourage toddlers to dance and move their bodies.
Use scarves or ribbons to enhance the sensory experience.
Sensory Play: Water Play
Set up a water table with various containers, funnels, and toys for pouring and scooping.
Supervise children closely to ensure safety around water.
Gross Motor Skills: Obstacle Course
Create a simple obstacle course using mats, tunnels, and cones.
Encourage toddlers to crawl, climb, and balance as they navigate the course.
Group Activity: Building Blocks
Provide toddlers with a variety of building blocks.
Encourage cooperative play and creativity as they build structures together.
V. Assessment
Observation of motor skill development during art and craft.
Listening to and noting the use of new vocabulary words.
Observation of social interactions during group activities.
VI. Notes
Ensure all materials are child-safe and non-toxic.
Be mindful of food allergies during snack and lunch times.
Keep activities flexible to cater to toddlers' varying attention spans.
