Little Explorers: Parent Toddler Program - Listening Ears

Little Explorers: Parent-Toddler Program

Ages 18 Months to 3 Years

Program Overview

The Little Explorers program is a holistic early intervention initiative designed to support children with diverse developmental needs through a comprehensive, multi-sensory approach. This specialized program serves children facing various challenges including hearing difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, global developmental delays, cerebral palsy, neurological disorders, and learning differences.

Specifically crafted for children with unique abilities between 18 months and 3 years, our program creates a language-rich environment that promotes spoken communication through enhanced listening skills, preparing children for successful integration into mainstream educational settings.

Our Approach

We employ a collaborative, multi-disciplinary methodology focused on helping each child achieve their maximum potential. Every session is tailored to meet individual needs and incorporates expertise from our diverse team of specialists:

  • Audiologists – Hearing assessment and support
  • Speech-Language Pathologists – Communication development
  • Special Education Teachers – Customized learning strategies
  • Psychologists – Behavioral and emotional support
  • Occupational Therapists – Daily living and motor skills
  • Early Childhood Specialists – Age-appropriate development
  • Music Therapists – Creative expression and learning

Teaching Philosophy

Our distinctive educational approach is grounded in the Auditory-Verbal methodology, specifically designed to help young children with developmental differences learn to listen, understand, and communicate effectively. We align our interventions with typical developmental milestones while addressing each child’s unique requirements.

Development Areas

Our comprehensive program supports growth across multiple domains:

  • Auditory Processing – Sound awareness and listening skills
  • Language Development – Both understanding and expressing communication
  • Social Engagement – Interaction skills and relationship building
  • Motor Development – Fine and gross motor coordination
  • Cognitive Growth – Age-appropriate learning concepts
  • Pre-Academic Skills – Foundation for future learning

Family Partnership

Recognizing that parents are their child’s most influential teachers, we prioritize strong family collaboration at every stage. While our professional team provides expert guidance, your daily interactions and language modeling play the most crucial role in your child’s communication success.

Our experienced team at Listening Ears stands ready to support you throughout this journey. We believe that engaging actively in your child’s learning process is not only essential for their development but also one of the most fulfilling experiences you’ll ever have as a parent.

Together, we’ll help your little explorer discover their voice and reach their full potential.