Birth Toddlers & Beyond

01/12/2026

Boots kicked up, book open, and a quiet moment to settle in 📖🤍
Taking time to read in a cozy spot lets children slow down, focus, and enjoy stories in a way that feels comforting and familiar. It’s peaceful, unhurried, and just right for recharging during the day.

At BTB, we make space for calm moments like this — where children can relax, read, and feel right at home.

01/12/2026

As families move into a new chapter, many are noticing how capable their children are becoming — washing hands, helping clean up, choosing books, and trying new things. These moments matter. They’re how independence takes root.

At BTB, we protect childhood while helping children grow confident and capable through play, connection, and thoughtful routines. Enrollment is always open at our Cement City location for families ready now or planning ahead.

✨ If this approach feels right for your family, we’d love to connect.

📍 12438 S. Meridian Rd, Cement City, MI 49233
📞 (517) 259-3359
📧 birthtoddlersbeyond@gmail.com
⏰ 5:30 am – 5:30 pm (M–F)

01/11/2026

The children settle in on the rug as Teacher Hannah opens the book. Some lean forward, some sit back, and a few quietly watch from the edge, each joining the moment in their own way. Pages turn, pictures are shared, and the group stays together just long enough to enjoy the story.

Storytime like this is less about sitting still and more about connection. Children feel comfortable, included, and supported as they listen, observe, and engage in ways that feel right to them. These shared moments help build trust, routine, and a sense of belonging throughout the day.

Captured straight from our classroom, this is what learning looks like when children feel safe, seen, and happy to be together 🤍

01/10/2026

He sits quietly on the floor, blocks in hand, deciding what comes next. One piece is added, another is moved, and the structure changes again. There’s no set plan, just steady focus and curiosity guiding each choice.

This kind of play gives children the freedom to think through their ideas, experiment with balance and space, and keep going when something doesn’t work the first time. Learning happens through trying, adjusting, and feeling proud of what they’ve created.

Moments like this reflect how children at BTB are encouraged to explore materials deeply, build confidence through hands-on experiences, and follow their own thinking at a pace that feels right.

01/09/2026

Blocks everywhere, ideas flowing, and friends working side by side 🧱✨
As structures grow and change, children share space, solve little challenges, and bring their ideas to life together. It’s busy, creative, and full of collaboration — the kind of play that feels exciting and natural.

At BTB, we love activities that invite children to build, imagine, and enjoy learning together 🤍

01/09/2026

The table fills up, snacks come out, and the room settles into a familiar rhythm 🥨🙂
Children eat side by side, sip from their cups, and enjoy being together. There’s conversation, quiet moments, and lots of comfort in doing the same routine with friends nearby.

Snack time is more than just eating. It’s a chance to pause, connect, and enjoy a shared part of the day. These moments help children feel relaxed, included, and at ease in their classroom.

Simple routines like this are part of what makes the day feel steady and joyful at BTB 🤍

01/09/2026

Holding, examining, and comparing each piece ✨
During this nesting doll lesson, children explore how objects relate to one another — noticing size, order, and how pieces belong together. Even when play begins with holding and exploring, important thinking is already happening.

There’s no pressure to rush through the steps. Children are given time to touch, observe, and understand in ways that feel comfortable to them 🤍
At BTB, lessons are hands-on and flexible — allowing children to build understanding at their own pace while feeling supported throughout the process.

01/08/2026

Boots crunch in the snow as children spread out across the hill ❄️🙂
Some climb up with sleds in hand, others slide down, pause, and try again. Everyone is moving differently, following their own idea of what comes next.

Outdoor play like this gives children space to explore freely, use their bodies, and make choices moment by moment. There is energy, independence, and plenty of room to play it out at their own pace.

These winter days are part of everyday life at BTB. Time outside, real exploration, and the freedom to experience the season together 🤍

01/08/2026

As families look ahead to the new year, we’re reminded that childhood deserves time, patience, and care. At Birth Toddlers & Beyond Cement City, we create a nurturing environment where children feel safe to explore, play, and grow — without pressure to rush or compare.

With caring teachers and hands-on learning experiences, children build confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning at their own pace. By honoring childhood and supporting growth naturally, we help children develop the skills they need while still enjoying every moment of being a kid.

✨ Thinking about what comes next for your child in the new year? Enrollment is open year-round at BTB Cement City, and we’d love to welcome your family.

📍 Cement City, MI
📞 (517) 259-3359
📧 birthtoddlersbeyond@gmail.com
🏠 12438 S. Meridian Rd, Cement City, MI 49233
⏰ 5:30 am – 5:30 pm (M–F)

01/07/2026

Pink snowsuits, rosy cheeks, and lots of laughter ❄️😊
Snowy days invite children to move, explore, and enjoy the outdoors in new ways — from sliding and crawling to simply feeling the snow beneath their hands. It’s playful, exciting, and full of those little moments that make winter fun.

At BTB, outdoor play continues through every season, giving children the chance to stay active, curious, and joyful no matter the weather 🤍

01/07/2026

A new year brings fresh beginnings, and for young children that begins with feeling safe, seen, and supported. Enrollment at BTB means honoring childhood as it unfolds through play, exploration, and meaningful connection.

At our Cement City location, we focus on building trust, supporting natural curiosity, and giving children the time they need to grow with confidence. Enrollment is open year-round for families who are ready now or simply planning ahead.

✨ Thinking about the year ahead? We would love to talk and share more.

📍 12438 S. Meridian Rd, Cement City, MI 49233
📞 (517) 259-3359
📧 birthtoddlersbeyond@gmail.com
⏰ 5:30 am to 5:30 pm (M–F)

As we move into a new year, many families find themselves reflecting on what they want these early years to feel like. At Birth Toddlers & Beyond, enrollment is not about rushing decisions. It is about honoring the moments of childhood. The movement, the curiosity, the questions, and the play that shape who children are becoming.

We take time to build relationships, learn routines together, and create a sense of safety and belonging where children feel confident to explore at their own pace. Enrollment is open year-round at our Adrian location for families who value a thoughtful and child-centered start.

✨ New year, new questions welcome. Let’s connect when you are ready.

📍 1646 Sand Creek Hwy, Adrian, MI 49221
📞 (517) 265-6264
📧 birthtoddlersbeyond@gmail.com
⏰ 5:30 am to 5:30 pm (M–F)

01/07/2026

Crayons spread out.
Pages slowly filling with color 🎨

Around the table, children focus on their own work while sharing space with friends. Some color carefully, some move quickly, some pause and switch colors — all comfortable doing things their own way. It’s unhurried, familiar, and easy.

These moments matter. They give children time to settle in, create, and feel part of the group — without pressure, without rush 🤍