I\'m Summer, a mouthy, sarcastic bitch. I\'m passionate about natural birth, long term breastfeeding, and living naturally. I curse too much, love tattoos, and will some day be crushed to death by my book collection. I homeschool, dream of gardening, and swing to the left. 
Get rhythm
I’ve been trying to map out our daily rhythm and see what that gives us in terms of making a daily plan. For the most part it seems easy. E is always grumpy after nap so story time goes there, I never feel awake in the mornings so we’ll do our walk then to stimulate bloodflow.
Just the basic things that I already know in my heart but never got down on paper.
I also worked out a rough sketch of a circle time plan. I don’t like the term “circle time” but I’m not sure what else to call it. A special time set asside every morning for E and I to talk about the day to come, sing songs, and maybe learn something new. Ok circle time is easier to say. I just wanted a plan that moved up and down, like stretches then dancing then sitting down for finger plays.
I’ve also been picking out transitional songs, E does not transition well at all so hopefully having a familiar song every day will help him move from one thing to the next much more gracefully. Now if only I could find some more nature songs to look through.
My goal is by Monday to begin moving into an Enki approach.
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Wow, sounds like you are finding a peaceful rythym to your day. I recently discovered I don’t transition well either, I seem to have meltdowns while trying to coordinate leaving. So, please let me know if you find a good song.
Kim at relaxedhomeskool.com
I love your blog! Would you mind sharing some of the transition songs you are using?
Wonderful ideas!
I think that’s in keeping with true AP style parenting. You know your child well enough to implement things he needs, but at a time that’s suitable to him (and you, which is important).
‘Circle time’ is easier to say. You can make a circle with two people. Just ask a preschool teacher during chicken pox season and you’d be amazed at how many things a small class can do