Stretch three or four rubber bands across the hole on the lid. The children can pluck the rubber bands. Have the children play their instruments for the younger children and infants. In family day care homes, the TV should not be on all day. The TV should never be on if no children are watching.
Soap operas are for adults only.
Children will learn the most from TV if you talk about the shows with them. The TV should be used only as a learning aid. It should not be used for adult entertainment while children are in your day care program. Most children are much happier when they know what to expect. They like and need daily routines.