Daily Rhythm

Our typical morning routine involves a trip outdoors to visit a variety of locations such as playgrounds, libraries, indoor play areas, and parks or forests. Indoor activities at home include developmentally appropriate provocations that are based on interests, sensory play, art, and music. The play-time inside is a time to recharge and observe social and emotional skills that may present differently in a home environment.

Our lunch is typically eaten at home, although occasionally we will have a picnic if the weather allows. Mealtime is a social experience. We have a hand-washing routine and song, communal eating, and engage in lots of conversation. We offer a variety of lunch options, including sweet potato lentil curry with rice, veggie frittatas or quiches, frikadeller, black bean fritters with guacamole and various soups and chilis. 

After lunch, we begin the process of winding down and preparing for nap time. We tidy up any toys that may still be out, change diapers or assist with toilet use for those who are potty trained, storytime, and gathering transition items.

We provide snacks in the morning and after nap time. Our snack options typically include fruit or veggie sticks, muffins, cheese and crackers, dried fruit and nuts, pancakes, yogurt with homemade granola, healthy homemade "cookies", and homemade buns or bread.