Eight simple rules to help children concentrate at daycare

8 simple rules to help children concentrate at daycare

Proper nourishment

Food is an important element which has a direct impact on children's moods and concentration. Try to choose foods with high nutritional value and little or no sugar according to the Canadian Food Guide.

Snacks : Fruits and vegetable

Balanced Meal : 4 food groups
Beverages : Water and milk are recommended (avoid juice)
Dessert : Favor yogurt, fruit, purées

Hydration

The human body functions and thinks more adequately when the daily liquid diet is composed of 8 to 12 glasses of fresh water.

• Allow children to drink as often as they wish
• Allow them to have a water bottle
• Provide sippy cups
• Hang a poster encouraging children to drink
• Have an aquarium or fountain (the sound of running water will stimulate their thirst)
• Create science experiments with water
• Take "water breaks"
• Inform the parents
  

Routine

Positive rituals help children determine the time of day.

• Circle time
  
• Soft objects for naptime
• Welcome routine
• Hand washing
• Tooth brushing
• Secure environment
• Repetitive activities lead to success, security,
• clear instructions and rules, be coheren

Role Play

The brain retains information melted into movements, sounds, and places.

Role play is very efficient.

• Include material associated to your theme in your activities
  
• Act out songs
• Use puppets
• Have a theater area

Visual Images

Use posters or signs to help children situate themselves.

• Pictograms
• Pictures
• Cards
• Daily schedule
• Install charts and calendars

Security

Children must feel safe in order to function optimally.

Organize an environment which will ensure their emotional safety.

• Warm welcome
• Humor
• Offer structure (routine)
• Time to talk and exchange
• Create an ambience (music)

Positive Reinforcement through actions

• Thumbs up
• Clap in silence
• Smile

Music

Use music as background noise.

• For naptime, use relaxation music
• For transitions or cleanup time, use rhythmic music
• For story time or hand washing, use a quiet music

Guaranteed enjoyment and attention!

Educatall team