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One of the primary goals of a quality program for infants and toddlers is to foster social and emotional development. When babies and young children feel emotionally and physically secure, they have the opportunity to freely explore their environment. They are able to interact with adults and other children, and gain a sense of identity through an understanding and confidence in themselves as individuals.
Strong, positive, secure relationships are the key to social and emotional development.
Infants and toddlers need consistent, nurturing adults who are supportive and responsive. Caring adults provide safe, stable, and predictable environments that support young children’s growing independence. Such environments promote a healthy sense of self and connections with others.
Strong, positive, secure relationships are the key to social and emotional development.
Infants and toddlers need consistent, nurturing adults who are supportive and responsive. Caring adults provide safe, stable, and predictable environments that support young children’s growing independence. Such environments promote a healthy sense of self and connections with others.
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