Directions: Examine your environment using what you have learned from this lesson. Using the following questions, ask yourself, “If I were an infant or toddler…?” Record your thoughts and ideas on the worksheet.

Infant and Toddler Questions My Thoughts Actions I Want to Take
What about this environment gives me a safe, comfortable, or warm feeling?

When things are too loud or too bright, is there a place I can go, or my teacher can take me, to relax?

What learning areas are inviting?

Is there room for me to move about?

When I’m tired, where can I sleep or relax comfortably?

When I have the urge to be active, where I can go?

When I want to play with others, is there a place for me to do this?

When I want to spend some one-on-one time with my caregiver, where will we sit?

Whether I am in my crib, on my teacher’s lap, or on the floor, are there interesting things for me to look at?

Where can I find materials or objects to explore?

When it’s time for me to help with “clean up,” is it easy for me to know where materials go?