Why Moral Development Matters in Tathy’s Curriculum

At Tiny Blocks and Big Blocks, families often ask me, “Why do you put so much emphasis on emotions and moral development in the early years?” My answer is simple: because moral development begins at birth—and it shapes every other area of learning.

Where It All Begins: Attachment and Security

From the moment a baby is held, comforted, and loved, the foundation for moral development is being formed. A secure attachment teaches a child, “I am safe. I am loved. I belong.”

This emotional security becomes the very first map children use to navigate the world—guiding how they relate to others, how they explore, and ultimately how they learn.

In Tathy’s Curriculum, we believe there is no quality learning without emotional safety, curiosity, and joy. A child learns best when their emotions are in tune with their environment and the relationships around them—peers, teachers, and the entire learning community.

Emotions Lead the Way in Learning

Before a child can master letters, numbers, and early academics, they must first learn:

• How to manage their emotions

• How to understand how they feel and how others feel

• How to participate in routines

• How to transition smoothly

• How to feel secure, confident, and connected at school

• These are not “extras.”

• These are core developmental experiences that shape how a child thinks, behaves, and engages with learning.

The Truth About Sharing and Friendships

We all want children to share. But sharing is not natural—it is learned.

Before a child can share, they must understand that:

• There are enough toys

• I won’t lose what I love

• Playing with a friend can be more rewarding than playing alone

Helping children understand the value of friendship, kindness, and feedback is at the heart of every play moment in our classrooms. It is not just play—it is the beginning of empathy, social understanding, and cooperation.

Curiosity: The Bridge to Math, Science, and Beyond

There is no math or science learning unless a child is curious enough to ask:

• “Why does this happen?”

• “How can I have more?”

• “What if…?”

Curiosity grows from excitement and stimulation—emotions that children learn through modeling.

If teachers and parents show enthusiasm, the child feels it too. If we are engaged, they become engaged. Emotion drives curiosity, and curiosity drives learning.

Why Tathy’s Curriculum Works

Tathy’s Curriculum embraces the idea that play and learning are important—but the happiness, emotional availability, and eagerness behind those experiences make the true difference.

Children thrive when they feel:

• Happy 😊

• Safe 🥰

• Connected 🔁

• Valued🫂

• Curious 🧐

This is why our schools are successful. We don’t just teach academics—we nurture the emotional foundation that makes learning meaningful, joyful, and lasting.

At Tiny Blocks and Big Blocks, moral development is not a subject—it is the heartbeat of everything we do.