Children communicate their plans to their parents. Parents also need preparation for this important time with their children. Planning time is a chance to develop rapport with parents and children, to identify their needs and the most appropriate approaches to support them. Plan, Do and Review . They help parents and children get started, support activity by supplying materials, arranging space, and encourage learning by modeling appropriate behavior and language.
Circle time can provide the impetus and ideas for parents to transfer skills and learning home.
Ideas like singing a new song for another family member, looking for colors on the way home, or describing the book from circle time to another member of the family can be successful for transfer home. Make your transfer home ideas simple and be sure to demonstrate during your circle time. Instruct them on the natural ways to interact with adults and involve themselves in children's play. Prepare staff with a list of their specific responsibilities. Instruct them on the importance of children's play and typical development.