![]() (Source: Creative Montessori, Pointe Claire, Green Spring) Why are Schedules and Routines Important for My Toddler? Most schools and Montessori centers will work with you as much as possible to maintain a level of routine throughout your toddler’s entire day. No matter which option you choose, even if you choose a combination of both, you are doing the best for your child. 3-4 Group activitiesĬleaning up toys Group activities are prioritized highly as it helps instill teamwork and encouraging others 4-6 Free playĭismissal Kids go home for the day with their families and continue on a similar-minded but different schedule. Those who need to sleep can sleep for as long as they need too. Quiet play Everyone is usually required to rest for at least 30 minutes. Half-day dismissal Some schools have half-day options, this allows for outside structure, while also being home for part of the day 1-3 Rest time Group storytime Depending on when parents drop their kids off or what time school starts, usually the first part of the day is free play 9:30-11 Individual or group work time 11-1 Free play If you were to send your toddler to a school, that schedule would look more like this: Time Activity Notes 7-9:30 Free play Encourage your child to get themselves ready for bed without much help from you. 5-6 DinnertimeĬleaning up from dinner Dinner clean up can be a great family activity to show teamwork. Washing hands As much of this as your toddler can do, let them, encourage them, and only correct things that are absolutely non-negotiable. When most parents would be getting ready for dinner, or schools would be preparing kids for pickup. Playtime Independent play is the focus during this time. 2-230 Afternoon snack 2:30-4 Outside time If your child falls asleep, it’s recommended to let them sleep as long as they need too. If your child rests for 30 minutes and doesn’t sleep, they can play quietly for a while. Quiet playtime This depends largely on your child’s needs. You can prepare your child for what the rest of the day looks like.Īllow your child to help prepare the food, and clean up after themselves as much as possible12:30-2Rest time 11:30-12:30 Lunch Lunchtime conversations are the best. Outside time Outside time is always the best choice as weather permits. Possible errand running timeWhile you may give some direction, let your toddler choose new activities after 10 or 15 mins if he wants too! 10:30-11:30 Playtime Group learning activities (library storytime, etc.) Keep them involved in making food and cleaning up their dishes. Make bed It is important that you allow your toddler to do these things independently as much as possible. An example of how a Montessori based home schedule could look like is: Time Activities Important Tips Waketime – 9 Get dressed Breakfast This allows your toddler to know how their day will go, therefore, making them feel more in control. While your schedule can look vastly different from others, having a schedule, or routine, is the biggest focus. For example, summer may be busier with travel, or days off, therefore your schedule may shift, which is okay! You also need to allow for changes in the schedule based upon seasonal changes in your family’s normal routine. Now, it is best to always allow for adjustments, especially in the beginning. ![]() Most of the time, a Montessori centered school will adjust their schedule specifically for your child to make sure it matches what you are trying to achieve at home. If they are attending a school or daycare, try and work with the school to make sure your child’s schedule isn’t being interrupted or changed too much. When planning your child’s schedule and routine for your day, it’s best to figure out where they will be spending most of their time. ![]() It may seem overwhelming at first, but once you get the hang of things and get into a rhythm, you will notice changes in your toddler that make you never want to go back to the old way of doing things. While it is recommended to keep it simplistic on the toddler’s end, on your end, it needs to be detailed and well thought out. ![]() Keep things simple enough for the toddler to understand, while also providing an opportunity for decision making on their end. When you look at activities, schedules, or materials you may need for a toddler’s day-to-day life, minimalistic thinking is the key. You can start implementing the Montessori method as early as infancy, but really, toddlerhood is where you start looking at schedules and tasks. With a functional and minimalistic approach to the way you do tasks, organize their room and plan their day, children feel more in control and are able to feel like they have more capability to make decisions in their life. The Montessori method is a way to focus on independence and desire to learn in your child.
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