Independent play gives littles a way to build patience and resiliency, plus it gives grownups a bit of a break. One of the best ways you can encourage healthy, happy, and meaningful independent play in your house is by using what Chicago Children’s Museum Lead Arts Educator Liz Rosenberg calls RADICAL ROUTINES.
Watch the video below for more details about how the following tools will help you establish RADICAL ROUTINES:
Pick a song: Using a special song as a cue will let your little ones know it’s time for independent play.
Use a timer: A timer will enforce the rules so your little can focus on their play (and you can focus on your break).
Use a visual cue: This show, don’t tell rule will announce that independent play is about to start.
Set your agreement: Think of this as a contract for kiddos!
So set your RADICAL ROUTINE, and let the independent play begin!