Our Rhythms

At Roots and Rhythms we believe that routine is more important than schedule. Times are fluid and adjust with the needs of the group. Throughout the day we monitor children’s body needs on an individual basis (sunscreen, diapering, bathrooming, shedding or adding layers, etc.)

9:00-9:10 (Or until everyone has arrived) Welcome
Sign in on Brightwheel, catch up with families, children play within normal boundaries

9:10-9:20 Community Circle
Hickory Dickory Bubblebee greeting song, daily check in questions-How are you feeling? What is your goal for the day? Who can you ask for help? What are your words/pronouns?

9:20-11:00 Free Play
Staff take guidance from the goals stated in community meeting and follow the lead of the children. Depending on the park location of the day this may include a walk to the beach, wandering in the woods, riding Intercity Transit bus, various activities from the roving classroom, and much more.

11:00-11:30 Snack Time
Hand washing and eating hearty snack provided from home. Children are also encouraged to self-regulate their hunger throughout the day.

11:30-12:15 Free Play
Continued play at current location

12:15-12:45 Wind Down
Walk back to pick-up point if we had left, get backpacks ready for pick-up

12:45-1:00 Gratitude Time
Children and any present adults take turns asking each other what they are grateful/thankful for today

1:00 Departure
Sign out on Brightwheel and relay stories of the day to families