Thread: CleanUp Time
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Joyfulnoise 03:42 PM 02-24-2021
Originally Posted by Cat Herder:
Each one has books, wooden blocks, animals, magnifiers, bristle blocks, food/dishes, doll with bottles/clothing, lauri pegs, doll house/accessories, magna-tiles, cars, puzzles, stackers, sorters, magnet wands/balls, etc. Most are in clear bins with lids that stack easily. They have photos of what goes in them for easy sorting and cleanup.

Center time is part of our day, like breakout groups. They go upon arrival/before breakfast (up to 1 hr depending on how early they are dropped off) and after cleanup waiting for going home (also up to 1 hour depending on how late they are picked up).

We have group circle times on the big rug in the library with soft seating. We have art, manipulatives and games at the big table. We also have tables outside for that. We have music, river stones, tents, play silks and tunnels on the linoleum area so they can stomp, dance and move freely. Then we have the playground and fenced lawn (2 different areas) for large muscle and running. We are also fortunate enough to have several streams and rivers on the property that we can stomp and splash in. We do water/sand play outside every day on the playground, too (if it is not too cold).

We stay pretty busy. When COVID is over the centers will go back to themes, again. Math, Science, Home Living, Community and Blocks.
That sounds amazing! Thanks for sharing!
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