Weekend Schedule (for Children Under 3)
– Note: Actual lesson plan details may vary based on customization.
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Free Play & Arrival
– Guidance: Free play encourages infants to explore their environment and interact with their peers, promoting early social skills and motor development through unstructured activities.
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast
– Guidance: Meal times offer an opportunity to introduce basic language concepts, such as the names of food items, while encouraging self-feeding and social interaction.
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Music & Movement
– Guidance: Infants engage in songs and simple movements that enhance motor coordination and rhythm, using instruments like shakers or drums to build auditory and motor skills.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Outdoor Exploration/Baby Yoga
– Guidance: Outdoor exploration introduces infants to the natural world, while baby yoga exercises like “Happy Baby”, “Butterfly Pose”, and “Tummy Time” help with flexibility and motor development.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Lunch Break
– Guidance: Lunchtime is a key moment for building early self-feeding skills and encouraging socialization.
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Story Time & Sing-Alongs
– Guidance: Story time introduces simple stories paired with songs that enhance language development and listening comprehension.
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Nap Time
– Guidance: Nap time is essential for growth, with soft background music providing a soothing environment for rest.
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Music & Rhythms
– Guidance: This session engages infants with instruments, helping them connect rhythm and movement while improving coordination.
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Arts & Crafts/Sensory Play
– Guidance: This period encourages infants to explore textures, shapes, and colors through hands-on activities such as finger painting with edible paint or creating simple textured collages with materials like cotton or fabric.
– Example Activity: Sensory trays with materials like rice, beans, or soft sponges allow infants to explore texture by scooping and pouring.
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Sensory Play & Movement
– Guidance: This dedicated sensory play session focuses on full-body exploration. Activities such as crawling through tunnels, playing with soft textured balls, or interacting with bubbles help develop motor skills and sensory awareness.
– Example Activity: Create an obstacle course with soft ramps, tunnels, and textured surfaces, allowing infants to engage in movement while exploring different textures.
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Outdoor Play
– Guidance: Outdoor play allows infants to experience the natural environment, promoting physical activity and exploration.
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Music & Rhythms
– Guidance: This session uses rhythm-based activities to promote motor coordination and auditory development through clapping, tapping, or playing simple instruments.
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Story Time
– Guidance: Storytime introduces early literacy and listening skills, often using interactive books to engage the children in a calming activity.
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Wind-Down
– Guidance: This time helps infants transition from a busy day with calming activities like soft music or quiet play with familiar toys.
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Pickup Time
– Guidance: Structured pickup ensures a smooth transition for infants from daycare to home.