tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2589275066135592980.post1023023553851659876..comments2023-06-20T07:24:23.616-05:00Comments on DIY Preschool: Differentiating the DaysLeslie Kauffmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12350547689331132647noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2589275066135592980.post-63294806940986823152008-08-27T03:13:00.000-05:002008-08-27T03:13:00.000-05:00hi there, i bumped into your posts today , and i'm...hi there, <BR/><BR/>i bumped into your posts today , and i'm immediately hooked :)<BR/><BR/>i have started to work on a website for preschoolers , and i would definately love to have more varied thoughts like yours.<BR/><BR/>congrates.<BR/><BR/><BR/>cellv,<BR/>http://www.amazing-preschool-activities.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2589275066135592980.post-47225438323686083802007-09-21T20:55:00.000-05:002007-09-21T20:55:00.000-05:00Leslie,I don't know of any studies regarding child...Leslie,<BR/><BR/>I don't know of any studies regarding children and routines, however my experiences as a teacher and with my son have led me to that conclusion. I believe that routines provide comfort and security for children and without them the world can feel chaotic. The routines need not be rigid and can certainly be altered by occasional detours and surprises.<BR/><BR/>As a teacher it is impossible to guide learning without creating a routine for the children. Once they are comfortable and know what is expected in the classroom, they have more freedom to explore and work with one another.<BR/><BR/>With my son I feel that planning our days is more satisfying for both of us. We both awake with anticipation for what is to come. I certainly hope that the routines I create with Izzy don't resemble the 9-5 adult world and instead allow him to be a grounded and content child.<BR/><BR/><BR/>As far as cooking with twins, you need not do anything complex. Izzy and I mostly cook rather simple things. If you approach cooking the same way you seem to do with other activities, I think you and the twins will cook up some delicious meals!Izzy's Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16549823591119220768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2589275066135592980.post-4356274725796668792007-09-19T17:34:00.000-05:002007-09-19T17:34:00.000-05:00Thanks for the comments, everyone. Lynn, it was re...Thanks for the comments, everyone. Lynn, it was really great running into you the other day -- I've checked out your blog, too, and it makes me wish I had time to cook! (Mac n cheese and pesto pasta don't count.) Somehow twin "helpers" make complex meal preparation more stressful than relaxing ...<BR/><BR/>But to follow up on your comment that children thrive on routines, this is something I've heard people say many times. I always wonder, though, what they really mean. <BR/><BR/>Do you think that routines make children happier and more creative? Enable them to learn better? Do routines make them more secure, or is it mainly that they make them more manageable? Are there any studies about the effects of routines on child development? <BR/><BR/>I dunno, maybe I should just do a post on this question ... I'm definitely finding *some* routine to be helpful for me, and my kids, but I always wonder how much of the "kids thrive on routine" advice actually derives from the fact that adult wage slaves are forced to adapt to routine....Leslie Kauffmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12350547689331132647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2589275066135592980.post-45867552665117665462007-09-19T03:22:00.000-05:002007-09-19T03:22:00.000-05:00I really enjoy this blog. I have a toddler at home...I really enjoy this blog. I have a toddler at home and we're unschoolers. I've been looking for ways to foster her own exploration and learning into our routines, especially with big brother's many activities. <BR/><BR/>Keep up the great posts.CEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16070555484301222409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2589275066135592980.post-72117904447780137262007-09-18T22:14:00.000-05:002007-09-18T22:14:00.000-05:00Not only is differentiating the days important for...Not only is differentiating the days important for you but it is also essential for your children. They do thrive on routines and this enables them to look forward to certain activities and rituals.Izzy's Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16549823591119220768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2589275066135592980.post-846843055258904502007-09-18T10:09:00.000-05:002007-09-18T10:09:00.000-05:00Leslie--I *love* your blog. I'm passing it along t...Leslie--I *love* your blog. I'm passing it along to some friends with younger kids. I'm sure they'll find some great inspiration here.Why Take a "Break"?https://www.blogger.com/profile/17902643878425813736noreply@blogger.com