Curriculum Planning for Toddlers: 18 months to 3 years
This workshop with Nellie Hodda is all about supporting educators to plan intentionally for toddlers as they grow into their independence, curiosity, and confidence. We'll dive into how to observe toddlers meaningfully—what to notice, why it matters, and how those observations can shape responsive, thoughtful planning.
The session will explore what and how to plan for this dynamic stage, with a focus on recognising toddlers' emerging identities, growing agency, and the different ways they share their voice and perspective. We'll also look at how we can create rich, engaging environments that support connection, exploration and discovery.
Session Outline:
In this session, participants will be invited to:
- Explore opportunities for meaningful observation
- Consider how they can include the toddler's voice and perspective in their observations and planning
- Broaden their understanding of planning for toddlers
Curriculum Planning for Babies: Birth to 18 months
- No future dates available.
About the presenters
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Nellie Hodda
Nellie Hodda is a RIE® Associate based in Wollongong, NSW, Australia. With over 15 years' experience in early childhood education and care, Nellie integrates principles from Magda Gerber’s Educaring® approach into her work, specialising in nurturing and responsive care for infants and toddlers.
As a Pedagogical Consultant at Storypark, Nellie supports ECEC services and educators in effective use of the platform. Nellie also contributes to the early childhood community through her volunteer role on the ITANA (Infant and Toddler Advocacy Network Australia) board, and by facilitating RIE-certified training, workshops, and online network meetings for ECEC professionals interested in pedagogy and practice for infants and toddlers.
Through all her work, Nellie helps educators foster positive, nurturing relationships, making a meaningful difference in early childhood education.