At Lincoln, we enjoy the occasional lazy snow day off as much as the next person. However, when school closures last at least a few weeks, a more structured schedule is necessary. We’re here to help you craft a meaningful schedule for your impromptu homeschooling.
Start by breaking the day into 30-minute or 60-minute increments. Ask your children for input regarding what activities they’d like to do at various times of day. Chances are, they’ll want to stick close to what they do in their classrooms, with certain subjects at certain times of the day.
Remember, sometimes less is more. Reach for a few meaningful activities to hit the key academic areas and mix them into free play to ensure a well-balanced day. A sample homeschool day follows:
After eating a healthy breakfast and getting dressed for the day, start with some reading and writing.
This does not necessarily mean kids are sitting on the couch curled up with a book. Plenty of active options are beneficial for building literacy skills, as follows:
Remember, there is a lot of value in free play during the day. Send your children outside to ride a bike or take a walk. On a rainy day, do some yoga, build with Legos, or pull out the crafting supplies. Don’t forget a yummy lunch to keep their brains and bodies fueled with energy.
Working together with children to craft a schedule such as this one will help them have a smooth transition and keep their skills sharp. It allows plenty of time for play and encourages kids to take the reins in terms of choosing academic activities in which they’re interested.