Tiny Tots
(4-6 year olds)
The Tiny Tots program serves children of ages 4-6 who are potty trained. We believe that it’s never too young to let these little tots feel connected to our community and being proud of their Taiwanese American heritage at such a young age!
The Tiny Tots program serves children of ages 4-6 who are potty trained. We believe that it’s never too young to let these little tots feel connected to our community and be proud of their Taiwanese American heritage at such a young age!
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On a typical day for Tiny Tots, parents drop off their tots with us after breakfast. We play ice breakers and introduction games to first allow the children to warm up to each other. As always, our programming incorporates themes that connect them to their family roots! This includes learning about Taiwanese culture, counting numbers in Taiwanese or Mandarin, and even singing popular songs related to the country. We then escort the tots to the cafeteria to have lunch and recharge.
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Our low camper-to-counselor ratio (2:1) means we are able to provide adequate supervision and ensure everyone eats their balanced meals.
After lunchtime, we can participate in TANG-wide activities with all the other programs. To maintain your child’s safety, we make sure activities are both engaging and suited for their age range. The older programs love being big sibs and interacting with our tiniest campers! We close the afternoon with story time, group games, or a fun movie. All the tots will be picked up by their parents at the end of each day, so they can go to dinner together and rest up.
Attention Parents:
We require all Tiny Tots parents/guardians to be participants in TANG Parents or TACEC.
Our schedule is created to prioritize your children’s safety and happiness. A recap will be sent out nightly, but they will be excited to share their day with you first! If you have concerns at any time, you are welcome to check in with staff via text—we'll do the same. Our lines of communication are open!
Looking for more details?
Check out our sample itinerary below for a glimpse into the overall program structure.
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Our creative program team will continue to change up specific activities each year, keeping our events fresh and engaging for both new and returning children.
Day 1
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Registration
Room check-in with parents. Welcoming new and returning participants!
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6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Dinner
Eat at the cafeteria with all TANG programs and families.
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7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: TANG Opening Ceremony
After the ceremony, parents and kids will officially meet TT staff.
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8:00 PM: Pick-up
Parents and kids rest in their dorm before the big day!
Day 2
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast
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9:00 AM: Drop-off
After breakfast, parents drop off kids.
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9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Introductions
Campers get to know each other with warm-up games!
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Bonding Activities
Activities for counselors and campers, such as story time.
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunchtime
Counselors and campers eat lunch together.
Day 2 (continued...)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Movie Time
Enjoy watching a film that explores themes, like Identity.
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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Arts & Crafts
Learn about Taiwanese culture through hands-on activities
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3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Musical Activity
Show off dance skills and plan for Taiwan Night!
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4:30 PM: Pick-up
Parents bring their kids to the cafeteria.
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5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Dinner
Day 3
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast
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9:00 AM: Drop-off
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9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Outside time
Weather permitting, do an activity outdoors with campers.
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Taiwan-themed Activities
Taiwanese food matching game, “Red Light, Green Light” game, map hopscotch, etc.
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunchtime
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1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Free Play Time
Flexible time that includes coloring, building blocks, naptime, or Taiwan Night practice.
Day 3 (continued...)
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Interprogramming
Involvement will be safe for TT, such as a water balloon throw at counselors.
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3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Pick-up & Get Ready
Change into TANG shirts with parents.
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4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: TANG-Wide Group Photos
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5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Dinner
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6:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Taiwan Night
Get ready to present, dance, and perform with fellow TANG participants!
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8:30 PM – 9:30 PM: Taiwan Night Market
Day 4
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Breakfast
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9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: TANG Closing Ceremony
Watch all your memories from this past weekend through our slideshow!
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10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Clean Up & Pack
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch & Check-out
Go to lunch with family and say bye to all your new friends and counselors!
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See everyone at next year’s TANG!
