WHO'S YOUR CLASS MASCOT?   Each morning before the children arrive, write a note to them with a little hint about what they will be doin...

Handshakes are a “hands” on way to connect with the children physically and emotionally as you start your day. Handshake Greeting Have each ...

How you start your morning can create positive feelings that will last all day long. Stretching, breathing, and balancing can help children ...

How are you going to start your day? I liked to stand by the door and personally greet each child with a hug or a handshake. Note! If your s...

There is a limit to the time that children can sit and pay attention, but this idea might help spark interest in your morning routine as you...

All you have to do is put something in a bag and you’ll capture children’s curiosity and interest. Take a gift bag and hide a book, game, ob...

Ticket to Circle Time Run off paper tickets and pass one out to each child. Explain that it’s their special ticket for circle time. Hint! Cu...