Daily Schedule

8:15 – 8:30

Arrival

Put belongings in cubbies. Gather on carpet for Circle Time.

8:30 – 8:45

First Circle

Good morning song, calendar, and daily topic introduction

8:45 – 8:55

Bathroom & Handwashing

Toilet reminders, diaper changes & getting ready for snack

8:55 – 9:10

Morning Snack

See “Snack Menu”

9:10 – 9:25

Music and Movement

Alternating between Yoga, dance, music & large motor skills practice

9:25 – 9:40

Second Circle

Circle games, listening, practice & language comprehension.

9:40 – 10:20

Station Rotation & Small Groups

Free choice at learning centers, as well as skill extension & individual guidance

10:20 – 11:20

Outdoor Exploration

A combination of guided activity and free choice

11:20 – 11:30

Bathroom & Handwashing

Toilet reminders, diaper changes & getting ready for lunch

11:30 – 12:00

Lunch

Followed by free choice until all students are finished eating

12:00 – 12:15

Unit-themed Read-aloud

Information processing skills & vocabulary building

12:30 – 12:45

Relaxation

Nap for those who fall asleep, station rotation and/or arts and crafts for those who don’t

12:45 – 2:00

Rest

Information processing skills & vocabulary building

2:00 – 2:15

Bathroom & Handwashing

Toilet reminders, diaper changes & getting ready for snack

2:15 – 2:30

Afternoon Snack

See “Snack Menu” for Details

2:30 – 3:00

Second Recess

Including visits to our garden, the sculpture park, horse stables or the farmers’ market

3:00 – 3:15

Closing Circle

Review of the day and goodbye song

3:15

Pick-up