When you are taking care of children there really is no such thing as a “typical” day. Children have a wonderful way of surprising you and I adapt my routines to their needs and interests. I have found that following the children's natural interests and curiosity leads to wonderful 'teaching moments'. So the days at my dayhome do not follow a strict routine.

However, routines are important in establishing a feeling of security. This guideline will give you an idea of how your child’s day will be spent. There are many opportunities for flexibility in this framework. I will offer a balance between activities and time for free play and exploration.

I use the television very rarely. I find that there are so many other fun and exciting ways to spend our days. I would rather make crafts and sing songs with the children then watch someone else do that with children on TV. There may be a few special times that we watch a children's program.


6:30 am -
8:00 am		 Children arrive, quiet free play
8:00 am -
9:00 am		 Morning activity
9:00 am -
9:30 am		 Morning Snack
9:30 am -
10:00 am		 Circle time
(Songs, stories, games and fingerplays)
10:00 am -
11:30 am		 Outside Time
(On cold days we will do ACTIVE indoor play)
11:30 am -
12:00 am		 Free Play
12:00 am -
1:00 pm		 Lunch
1:00 pm -
3:00 pm		 Naptime and Quiet Time
(Children that do not nap will have a 1/2 hour TV time and then quiet activities)
3:00 pm -
3:30 pm		 Afternoon Snack
3:30 pm -
5:30 pm		 Special Centers and free choice of activities until pick-up time



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