Two Year Old Daycare in Kenosha, WI | Kiddie Kare A'Kademie

What is the two-year-old daycare program at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha?

The Elmo Room at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie is where structured learning begins for two-year-olds. Located at our Kenosha, WI center at 9244 39th Avenue (Village of Pleasant Prairie), this program channels your child’s natural curiosity into real learning through hands-on activities, group projects, and guided play.

Two-year-olds are curious, energetic, and ready to explore the world around them. Our Elmo Room teachers create an environment where children feel confident to try new things, ask questions, and interact with their peers. Every day includes a mix of academics, art, music, sensory play, and outdoor time.

Every child receives breakfast and two healthy snacks daily in our 100% nut-free center. Our Elmo Room teachers are Wisconsin DHS-certified, background-checked through the Wisconsin Department of Justice, and average over 10 years of early childhood experience.

What will my two-year-old learn at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

Academic Skills in the Elmo Room

Days of the week and months of the year
Weather recognition and daily weather chart
Counting to 10 with one-to-one correspondence
Color identification and matching
Shape recognition (circle, square, triangle, rectangle)
Spanish numbers 1 through 10
Name recognition (identifying their written name)
Beginning scissor skills with safety scissors
Sorting and categorizing by color, size, and shape

Daily Activities

Circle time with calendar, weather, and songs
Guided art projects using multiple materials
Music, movement, and dance
Sensory play stations (sand, water, textures)
Learning centers with rotating themes
Group games that build cooperation
Worksheets and guided tracing activities
Outdoor play in our fenced play areas

What does a typical day look like in the Elmo Room?

Here’s what a typical day looks like for two-year-olds at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha:

6:00 AM

Center opens, free play and exploration

7:00 AM

Breakfast served (included in tuition)

8:30 AM

Circle time: calendar, weather, songs, and counting

9:00 AM

Guided learning activities, worksheets, art projects

9:30 AM

Morning snack

10:00 AM

Outdoor play in fenced play area

10:30 AM

Sensory play and learning centers

11:00 AM

Music, movement, and group games

11:30 AM

Lunch (parent-provided, nut-free)

12:00 PM

Nap time

2:30 PM

Wake up, afternoon snack

3:00 PM

Story time, music, and quiet activities

3:30 PM

Free play and pickup begins

5:30 PM

Center closes

How does the Elmo Room build social skills for two-year-olds?

Social and emotional development is especially important at age two. At Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha, our teachers guide children through the skills they need to thrive in a group setting.

Your child will practice sharing, taking turns, and using words to express feelings. They’ll learn how to join group activities, wait patiently, and show kindness to friends. These aren’t lessons taught from a textbook. They’re woven into every activity, every snack time, and every playground moment throughout the day.

Our teachers model positive behavior and use consistent, gentle guidance. Two-year-olds have big emotions, and our staff is experienced in helping children develop self-regulation while still feeling safe and supported.

What comes before and after the Elmo Room?

Children enter the Elmo Room from the Twiddle Bug Room (one-year-old daycare), where they’ve already been introduced to basic concepts and daily routines at our Kenosha center.

After the Elmo Room, your child moves to the Zoe Room (3K preschool program), where they’ll build on everything they learned and begin letter recognition A through Z, counting to 31, handwriting, and more. Because your child already knows the center, the transition is seamless.

View our tuition rates or learn about how to enroll for the 2026-2027 school year.

Frequently Asked Questions About Two-Year-Old Daycare in Kenosha

How does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie handle behavioral challenges with two-year-olds?dooley2026-07-21T18:23:14+00:00

How does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie handle behavioral challenges with two-year-olds?

Our teaching staff uses positive guidance techniques and consistent routines. We help children learn to express their feelings with words, practice sharing and turn-taking, and develop self-regulation skills. Our teachers average over 10 years of experience and are specifically trained in age-appropriate behavior management.

What happens after the two-year-old program at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?dooley2026-07-21T18:22:51+00:00

What happens after the two-year-old program at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

After the Elmo Room, your child moves to the Zoe Room for our 3K preschool program, where they’ll learn letter recognition A through Z, counting to 31, handwriting, and more. The transition is smooth because your child already knows the center, routines, and staff.

What does a two-year-old learn at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha?dooley2026-07-21T18:22:35+00:00

What does a two-year-old learn at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie in Kenosha?

Two-year-olds in the Elmo Room learn days of the week, months of the year, weather recognition, counting to 10, colors, shapes, Spanish numbers 1-10, name recognition, beginning scissor skills, and sorting. They also develop social skills, fine motor skills, and independence through group activities and guided projects.

Does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie provide meals for two-year-olds?dooley2026-07-21T18:22:19+00:00

Does Kiddie Kare A’Kademie provide meals for two-year-olds?

Yes. Every child in the Elmo Room receives breakfast each morning and two healthy snacks throughout the day, all included in tuition. Kiddie Kare A’Kademie is a 100% nut-free center. Parents pack a nut-free lunch for children attending during midday.

Does my two-year-old need to be potty trained for Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?dooley2026-07-21T18:22:03+00:00

Does my two-year-old need to be potty trained for Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

No. We work with each child at their own pace and partner with parents on potty training when the child shows signs of readiness. Our experienced Kenosha teaching staff handles potty training transitions every year and will keep you informed about your child’s progress.

What’s the difference between the Twiddle Bug Room and the Elmo Room at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?dooley2026-07-21T18:21:47+00:00

What’s the difference between the Twiddle Bug Room and the Elmo Room at Kiddie Kare A’Kademie?

The Elmo Room (two-year-old program) introduces more structured learning than the Twiddle Bug Room (one-year-old program). Two-year-olds begin counting to 10, learning Spanish numbers, recognizing their name, using scissors, and participating in guided art and group projects. The Elmo Room also has more circle time, worksheets, and learning centers.

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Two Year Old Daycare in Kenosha, WI: The Elmo Room