Cognitive Development for Toddlers & Preschoolers at Susy’s Family Childcare

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in toddlers and preschoolers. Susy’s Family Childcare welcomes families from Bermuda Dunes, Indio, La Quinta,Palm Desert, Indian Wells and surrounding areas. We guide children to important thinking milestones, preparing them for happy, confident learning.

About Us

Susy’s Family Childcare is a warm, small childcare center where young children can shine. Our caring teachers use playful lessons and gentle guidance to spark every child’s mind.

  • Qualified Team: Our teachers have strong training and love helping young learners.

  • Safe Bright Spaces: We keep our rooms cheerful and secure, giving kids the chance to explore.

  • Support for Every Child: We notice what makes each child special and help them growstep by step.

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Our Cognitive Development Services In Bermuda Dunes Near Palm Desert & Indio

For Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
  • Learning by Doing: We encourage toddlers to solve simple problems, follow directions, and use their memory with fun games and songs.

  • Active Play: Each day has puzzles, matching games, and reading to build early thinking skills.

  • Pretend and Copy: Children act out real-life actions and try new roles, boosting imagination and understanding.

For Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
  • Games for Thinking: Kids sort objects, spot differences, and make easy patterns.

  • Math & Reading Basics: We practice counting, matching, and simple letter skills.

  • Team Play: Children work in groups, sharing and thinking together.

  • Creative Choices: We add art, basic science, and building projects to keep brains busy and happy.

Cognitive Milestones by Age
  • 1 Year: Knows names and faces, follows a simple request, explores new objects

  • 2 Years: Groups items by color or shape, solves basic puzzles, joins pretend play

  • 3 Years: Answers easy questions, learns about time, creates little games

  • 4 Years: Asks questions, makes guesses, follows steps in the right order

  • 5 Years: Counts things, spots differences in size, matches similar-sounding words, listens to longer stories

The Power of Play in Cognitive Growth
  • Learning Through Play: Games with puzzles, blocks, or sorting boost focus and thinking.

  • Imaginary Play: Pretend games help kids make sense of the world and learn new ideas.

  • Movement Matters: Running, jumping, and building improve body control and thinking skills.

  • Group Play: Team activities teach children to communicate and find solutions together. Kids do their deepest learning while having fun—play really is the work of childhood!

Each milestone shows progress in memory, solving problems, language, and early reasoning.

Why Choose Us for Cognitive Development?
  • Family Participation: We invite parents to share in their child’s early learning goals.

  • Bilingual Play: Children get time with more than one language during activities, which helps thinking and memory.

  • Real-World Learning: Short walks and special visitors make learning more lively and practical.

  • Tracking Growth: Teachers watch and note each child’s advances. They adjust lessons to fit every learner.

  • Understanding Emotions: Group stories and talks help children understand feelings and build social smarts.

The early years matter. A child’s brain grows quickly, and the right experiences make astrong start.


Curious to see for yourself? Join us for a free tour! We welcome you to come meet our staff, explore our space, and ask any questions no obligations.
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Parent FAQ: All About Cognitive Development

Q: What are 5 cognitive milestones in the toddler years?

A: Using names, sorting colors or shapes, building easy puzzles, copying actions, following simple requests.

Q: What is cognitive development in preschoolers?

A: It means learning more words, understanding simple stories, asking questions, and trying tosolve easy problems.

Q: How does play support cognitive development?

A: Play helps children remember things, experiment with solutions, and learn what works.

Q: Why is preschool important for cognitive growth?

A: Preschool gives clear routines, new words, and lots of chances to practice thinking out loud.

Q: How can I help at home?

A: Read simple books, play imagination games, let your child solve small challenges, and talkabout daily life often.

Building Confidence , Celebrating Growth: Join Us for a Tour
  • Safe, Nurturing, and Reliable: Feel at ease knowing your child is in a secure and loving environment where they can learn and grow every day.

  • Customized Learning: We assess each child’s developmental stage and create an individualized lesson plan focusing on the skills they need most.

  • You deserve a partner in your child’s growth who truly understands their unique needs and helps them flourish.

  • Milestone Celebrations: Create small recognition events for achievements like potty training success, first words, or academic progress to boost children’s confidence and involve parents in the celebration.

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