Nurturing early learners with love
Happy Childhood Curriculum
Montessori-inspired, Spanish immersion, and whole-child learning for ages 0-6 in Clarksburg, Maryland.
Everyday learning that feels like play
Montessori, full Spanish immersion, and joyful centers help every child explore naturally, feel safe, and grow with confidence across language, math, movement, music, and art.
- -Interactive math through play and sensorial work
- -Spanish immersion stories, songs, and conversations
- -Speech and articulation practice for clear communication
- -Music, yoga, and movement for body awareness and calm
- -Outdoor discovery, gardening, and simple STEAM exploration
Learning Areas
01
Social-emotional
Confidence and kindness
Emotion naming, empathy, and peaceful conflict resolution.
02
Language and communication (100% Spanish)
Bilingual fluency
Stories, songs, and conversations fully in Spanish.
03
Cognition
Critical thinking
Problem-solving, memory games, and inquiry-based questions.
04
Early mathematics
Hands-on numeracy
Counting, patterns, shapes, and sensorial math materials.
05
Science and exploration
Curiosity outdoors
Nature walks, simple experiments, and observation skills.
06
Physical development
Movement and balance
Gross and fine motor play, yoga, and coordination games.
07
Art and creativity
Expression through arts
Open-ended art, music, dance, and dramatic play.
08
Music, dance, and body expression
Joyful rhythm
Rhythm, percussion, and creative movement daily.
09
Children's yoga and mindfulness
Self-regulation
Calming breath, stretches, and body awareness moments.
10
Montessori practical life
Real-world skills
Independence through pouring, sorting, and daily routines.
Early Childhood Education Program
Montessori-Inspired · Spanish Immersion · Comprehensive ELOF Approach · Creative Curriculum Inspired
Program Mission
At Happy Childhood Family Child Care, we offer exceptional childcare in a loving, safe, and bilingual environment. We combine the Montessori approach with full Spanish immersion so that each child learns naturally, independently, and happily. Our mission is to support each family with constant communication, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention, respect for their developmental pace, and a space where they feel safe, valued, and ready to explore the world.
Core Values
Respect
For the child, their pace, culture, and individuality
Love
As the foundation of secure bonding and learning
Honesty
In communication with families and program environment
Responsibility
In educational quality and regulatory compliance
Educational Framework
Montessori
- •Prepared environment
- •Independence and autonomy
- •Practical and sensorial life
- •Manipulative materials promoting self-correction
Creative Curriculum
- •Learning areas (centers)
- •Intentional teaching through experiences
- •Learning based on observation
- •Continuous documentation
ELOF Framework
- •Social-emotional development
- •Language development
- •Cognitive development
- •Physical-motor development
Yearly Curriculum
In our yearly curriculum, we explore captivating themes each month through Spanish immersion, Montessori activities, and creative learning experiences.
September
Adaptation, Routines and Early Fall
Welcome and adaptation · Emotions and secure bonds · Montessori norms and routines · My body / Self-care · Fall weather in Maryland · Nature: leaves, colors, changes
Basic yoga for children · Sensory art with natural elements · Montessori practical life · Observation walks
October
Fall, Culture and Community
My family and my home · My community (firefighters, teachers, neighbors) · Maryland forest animals · Safety and healthy habits
Latin dance (creative movement) · Music and rhythm · Simple STEM with leaves, branches and pumpkins
November
Gratitude, Professions and Sensory Science
Community professions · Gratitude and coexistence · Fall plants / pumpkins / harvest · Sensory science (textures, smells, mixtures)
Mindfulness ("the quiet bell") · Simple Montessori cooking · Art with seeds and leaves
December
Early Winter and Traditions
Winter weather in Maryland · Winter clothing · Family traditions and diversity · Animals in winter
Seasonal music in Spanish · Winter art (snow, ice, lights) · Creative movement
January
Deep Winter / Mathematics and Language
Geometric shapes · Counting, patterns and classification · Constructions and STEM · Polar animals
Animal yoga · Ice experiments · Advanced practical life
February
Friendship, Identity and Health
Friendship and conflict resolution · Identity, self-esteem and emotions · Healthy eating · Means of transportation
Latin dance · Mindfulness and breathing · Cooperative games
March
Early Spring / Nature
Signs of spring in Maryland · Plants, seeds and germination · Life cycle of butterfly and frog · Weather and water
Children's gardening · Exploration walks · Outdoor art
April
Animals, Farm and Sensory Exploration
Farm animals · Insects and pollinators · Fruits and vegetables
Simple STEM with soil and plants · Children's yoga · Music and animal sounds
May
Spring, Family and Movement
My family · Flowers, plants and growth · Outdoor safety
Large motor games · Creative dance · Family art project
June
Early Summer / Water and Science
Properties of water · Aquatic animals · Sun safety
Water experiments · Summer art · Practical life (watering plants, cleaning tables)
July
Nature, Insects and Exploration
Maryland insects · Trails and nature · Creativity with natural elements
Summer STEM · Music and rhythm · Observation with magnifying glasses
August
Transition, Review and School Preparation
General review of the year · School skills: turns, independence, self-care · Final project: "My Year Book"
Calming yoga · Dance and music · Final portfolio to deliver to parents
Our Location
Visit Happy Childhood
22430 Broadway Avenue, Clarksburg, MD 20871
Come visit our home-like space and see where your child will learn and grow.
