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Five Ideas We Love!
- Offer Relaxing Activities. Play soft music to provide a pleasant welcome upon entry to the room. Put out tubs of sand and water for soothing tactile experiences.
- Wiggle Their Sillies Out! Encourage children to stamp their feet to shake the sand off their shoes. Let children give a last “shout” before changing over to quieter “indoor voices.”
- Surround Them in Softness. Use “snuggle stuff” cozy cushions, squishy beanbag chairs to sink into and quietly share a book with a friend.
- Provide Manageable Materials. Make it simple for children to select materials by storing them on the shelves or on trays or in clear containers.
- Ease the Way for Play. Provide child-size furniture for comfort and pleasant interactions. Offer duplicates of popular equipment.
ECT’s Web editors will select up to five of the most creative and effective Winning Ideas each month. See official rules for details.
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