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CURRICULUM & LEARNING ENVIRONMENT * 3 HOURS * LEVEL 2

The Infant and Toddler Classroom 
The Sleeping Area Development and Learning

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Space for Naps

Safe, quiet, comfortable spaces for resting and napping are crucial for infants and toddlers.
  • Use curtains over windows or add a dimmer switch to reduce the light in the nap room. Make sure there is enough light for you to see all of the children.
  • Use a comfortable glider chair to hold and rock infants before laying them down to sleep.
  • If children nap in a separate room, make sure one adult remains in the nap room at all times.
  • Provide a crib or cot, with the their name on it, for each child.
  • Sanitize the cribs and cots at least weekly.
  • Place cribs at least 36 inches apart unless they are separated by solid barriers. 
  • Wash crib sheets at least weekly and replace them immediately if they are soiled.
  • Do not use pillows, bumper pads, or other materials that could smother sleeping infants.

Resources From Washington State University Extension