Parent Plan
Birth to Age 2: Foundations of Attachment & Sensory Exploration
Goals: Build secure attachment, language exposure, and sensory development
Practices:
Daily reading aloud (nursery rhymes, picture books, poetry)
No screens at all — focus on eye contact, singing, and physical play
Nature walks in a sling or stroller; describe surroundings aloud
Gentle routines: bath time, baby powered toys (wood, fabric, natural materials) not battery powered.
Encourage solo play with simple objects (blocks, spoons, scarves)
Maximise exposure to multiple languages and ideas
Ages 3–5: Imagination, Language, and Social Play
Goals: Develop verbal skills, emotional regulation, and imaginative play
Practices:
Daily storytime and library visits; introduce fairy tales and folk stories.
No mobile devices and limit TV — use audio stories or music sparingly
Encourage dress-up, puppet shows, and role play
Outdoor play: gardening, bug hunts, puddle jumping, tree climbing
Begin simple chores (feeding pets, tidying toys) to build responsibility
Playdates with shared values — focus on cooperative play, not competition
Develop multiple languages.
Develop routines around community and family.
Ages 6–8: Literacy, Curiosity, and Moral Development.
Goals: Strengthen reading fluency, curiosity, and empathy
Practices:
Independent reading time daily; introduce chapter books and biographies
Family read-alouds with discussion (e.g., Paddington, Charlotte’s Web)
No mobile devices — use printed maps, encyclopedias, and real-world tools
Encourage journaling, drawing, and storytelling
Nature-based learning: birdwatching, stargazing, seasonal rituals
Introduce basic ethics through stories and conversation (e.g., kindness, fairness)
Encourage opportunities to contribute to the local community.
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