Originally Posted by Controlled Chaos:
Great line. Because I agree little ones puppy wrestling is a normal way for children learn boundaries but it is not a safe or acceptable daycare activity.
Ways we get out extra energy out inside
- Jump while counting to 100
- Sing songs with motions
- throw bean bags into a basket
- have a snow ball "fight" (coffee filters - great for 2 1/2 - 5 year old)
all activities have a "only touch the air" rule. This rule applies outside as well. If someone touches someone else they get 1 verbal warning, then they are separated from the group with a table activity of my choosing. I have 2 very physical 3 year olds so we have been doing a lot of separating and earning back the privilege of playing with friends.
Also if they have lots of trouble outside, we just stop - go for a walk around the block (double stroller always at the ready) and then come back and try again.