9:00-9:15

Arrival, Greetings, Informal conversation.

9:15-10:00 

Discovery time:  Free choice among a variety of activities in the learning centers: literacy, reading, writing/listening, manipulatives, dramatic play, cooking, science, sensory, art, music, etc. 

10:00-10:20    

Clean up and Snack.

10:20-10:40

Circle time with music, stories, and games to introduce the daily theme and concepts.

10:40-11:00

Music and Movement. Music has been shown to improve memory, fine motor skills, focus, and can help develop imagination and self-expression. Music also promotes confidence and self-esteem in a healthy and positive way. (This includes aerobics, gymnastics, dance, and instrumental play)

11:00-11:30

Project time: Opportunities for children to choose between 2 or 3 projects to further explore the theme and sharpen specific skills. Children who finish early have a chance to pull out our “magic carpet activities” which provide them a chance to choose a transition game they can play on their own.

11:30-12:00

Outdoor Play

12:00- 12:30

Washing hands, lunch, and conversations.

12:30-12:45

Story Time: The children look forward to this time when they can hear a great story and ask questions.

12:45-1:15

Rest and Quiet Time for the younger kids: Lying down and stretching out. Listening to soft music, looking through books.

1:15-1:30

This is when we sit together to introduce work and play time to the children. This helps create an easy transition into the next part of our day.

1:30-2:00

Work/Play:  A Small group project time with table activities and learning centers.

2:00-2:30 

Outdoor Play

2:30 – 2:50

Snack time

2:50-3:00

Discussion: Review of the highlights of our day’s activities and planning for the next day. 

3:00

Dismissal