I believe that children thrive in a stable routine; however I also believe that a schedule needs to be flexible to meet the varied needs arising out of the interests and desires that each day's explorations may bring. I love the great outdoors. I enjoy sharing the wonders of each season with children and do enjoy spending a nice block of time outdoors all year long. The Fall brings so many wonderful colours to explore, Summer is a time of keeping cool in the pool with water -related sports, spring brings gardening activities and there is nothing more exciting then sculpting and painting snow structures in the winter! Whatever the season I have a large repertoire of activities to engage the inquiring mind with - whatever can be enjoyed indoors can also be explored outdoors!
Below is a 'guideline' for how a typical day may unfold.
Prior to 7:30 Extended hours care - activities vary
7:30 8:50 Exploring in the Family Room
8:50 9:15 Washroom Reminders / Hand washing / Snack
9:15 10:15 Backyard Adventures
10:15 11:15 Exploring Playroom
11:15 - 11:45 Preparing Lunch / Table Games or Educational TV
11:45 12:15 Tasty Lunch Meal (More about Meals and Snacks)
12:15 - 12:30 Songs, Puppets and Fingerplays
12:30 2:30 Nap time / Quiet Time depending on need
2:30 3:00 Puzzles / Quiet Toys in Family Room
3:00 3:30 Washroom Reminders / Hand washing / Snack
3:30 4:30 Backyard Adventures
4:30 5:30 Extened hours care available - activities vary