A good place to be two

Managing a two-year old is not an easy task; it is the time when the little ones start to develop their own character. At times these toddlers feel big and exhibit independent behavior and then there are also times when they feel vulnerable. They are wonderful little creatures who are very active and achieve some really big milestones at the age of 2. They seem trustful and endearing and enjoy make-believe plays, but they also throw tantrums and can really put their care-givers in some really trying situations. It is the care-givers’ duty to be aware of the importance of setting up a supportive environment at such an important stage of a child’s life. Know how to set up the physical environment and be supportive in this seemingly contradictory stage.

Learning outcomes

You will see how important different environments are for two-year-olds, and will know how to create spaces that encourage movement and action, withdrawing and relaxing, imaginative play, and tactile exploration
You will find out about the links between physical activity and brain and body development, and the strong biological drive children have for experiences that develop their ‘vestibular sense’
You will learn how being physical underpins mental health through building self-image, confidence, and self-esteem
You will understand the need for two-year-olds to immerse themselves in nature and child-friendly recesses in a nursery garden will be suggested to learners
You will learn the importance of peaceful places in a childcare setting, as well as the importance of creating opportunities for a child to use their imagination
You will learn about the positive effects of imaginative, sensory, and tactical play
You will be given suggested ideas for activities and spaces that promote physical, tactile, and sensory play; as well as examples of nurturing spaces – such as a comfortable book corner – and spaces that encourage children to be imaginative – such as a role play area

Advantages of this course

While open areas are vital for active play, and different materials needed for sensory play, two-year-olds also need to disengage from action during a busy day so their bodies can recharge and their minds can reflect on and process experiences. Imaginative play can also help a child to process experiences and also try to understand the world around them.
This course offers the learner ideas and activities for creating the perfect environment full of opportunities for whole-child development
Reading texts, case studies, website and video resources are utilised to explore environments for two-year-olds in more detail

On successful completion of this course, you will have the option of purchasing a CACHE certificate. This certificate must not be confused with nationally regulated qualification achievement.

Endorsement statement

Our short course has been reviewed by a Subject Specialist in childcare and endorsed by CACHE demonstrating the quality and rigor. CACHE is a trading name of NCFE (registered company number 02896700) and CACHE; Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education; and NNEB are registered trademarks owned by NCFE. This is an unregulated programme and is not a nationally recognised qualification.
This CACHE endorsed course is provided in partnership with Laser Learning.