Some, like bathroom time, will only take 10 minutes, but it is important to put them in your schedule along with the longer activities. A balance of rest and active movement Children are often intensely involved in physical exploration. They need rests from active play during naps and quiet activities such as stories and music. The balance between active and quiet activity should be maintained throughout the day by alternating activities. Allow for Flexibility A daily schedule should guide you in activity, yet it should not keep you from being spontaneous.
Flexibility is also important.
If the children are distracted by a certain activity or toy when it is time for story time, follow their lead. Adjust your schedule to the children's needs. For example, if it seems that they always want to go outside and play after lunch, allow for outside play before nap time. Arrival and Free Play Free play, the least structured kind of activity encourages children to try new toys. Many child care centers schedule free play immediately as children are arriving.