470 IAC 3-4.7-127 Toddler program

Sec. 127. Caregivers shall: (1) speak to children in complete sentences, avoiding long explanations and not using baby talk; (2) play pretend and singing games with the children; (3) make toys available on low, open shelves so children can choose their own selections; (4) permit children to carry toys and move about in the environment as they choose; (5) frequently read to toddlers, individually or in groups of two (2) or three (3); (6) sing and do finger plays with toddlers; (7) act out simple stories with children participating actively; (8) provide a variety of art media, such as large crayons, watercolor markers, and large paper, to toddlers; (9) permit toddlers to explore and manipulate art materials; (10) permit toddlers to produce their own art products; and (11) frequently offer alternatives and redirection to avoid saying "no".