I know that some of you suddenly find yourself teaching school at home unexpectedly. That may feel overwhelming and scary, but I’m telling you. You can do this.
You were your child’s first teacher. You cheered them on as they took their first steps. You helped them learn their colours and shapes. You know your child best. I’m telling you. You can do this.
I homeschooled for 19 years. Ironically, this year, most of my kids were in school and I now find myself with them all home again!
One of the things the most common questions I’m getting about schooling at home is how to set a schedule. This is obviously something that will vary by family due to circumstances, age of kids, and other factors. But I wanted to give you some general sample schedules to help you plan and find something that’s right for your family.
While it’s okay to relax and not keep a perfect schedule, right now, kids are needing some kind of a routine. With all the changes happening, one thing you can do to create a feeling of security for your child is to give them a routine they can count on.
School at Home Sample Schedule:
Wake Up
Breakfast
Mindfulness
- breathing, mindfulness exercises, positive affirmations
Movement
- walk, stretches, crossing midline exercises, bike ride, play outside
Reading
- silent reading or read aloud
Snack & Water
Schoolwork
Sensory Break
- stretches, playdough, sensory bin, moon dough
Lunch
Chores
- include heavy work for mood and anxiety
Schoolwork
Play
- board games, puzzles, toys, scavenger hunt
Snack & Water
Art or Craft
- drawing, painting, paper crafts, art tutorial online
Movement
Dinner
Free Time
- reading, electronics, family fun, baking
Bedtime
School at Home Sample Schedule (religious):
Wake Up
Breakfast
Devotions & Prayer
Movement
- walk, stretches, crossing midline exercises, bike ride, play outside
Reading
- silent reading or read aloud
Snack & Water
Schoolwork
Sensory Break
- stretches, playdough, sensory bin, moon dough
Lunch
Chores
- include heavy work for mood and anxiety
Schoolwork
Play
- board games, puzzles, toys, scavenger hunt
Snack & Water
Art or Craft
- drawing, painting, paper crafts, art tutorial online
Movement
Dinner
Free Time
- reading, electronics, family fun, baking
Prayer
Bedtime
Preschool at Home Sample Schedule:
Wake Up
Breakfast
Mindfulness
- breathing, mindfulness exercises, positive affirmations
Music & Movement
Snack & Water
Fine Motor
- playdough, sensory bin, auditory station, sensory play
Lunch
Chores
- include heavy work for mood and anxiety
Gross Motor
- dancing, jumping, animal walks, hokey pokey, yoga
Play
- board games, puzzles, toys, scavenger hunt
Snack & Water
Art or Craft
- drawing, painting, paper crafts, collage
Movement
- walk, stretches, crossing midline exercises, hopscotch, play outside
Dinner
Free Time
- reading, electronics, family fun
Bedtime
Preschool at Home Sample Schedule (religious):
Wake Up
Breakfast
Prayer & Scripture
Music & Movement
Snack & Water
Fine Motor
- busy bags, threading, tracing, sorting
- playdough, sensory bin, auditory station, sensory play
Lunch
Chores
- include heavy work for mood and anxiety
Gross Motor
- dancing, jumping, animal walks, hokey pokey, yoga
Play
- board games, puzzles, toys, scavenger hunt
Snack & Water
Art or Craft
- drawing, painting, paper crafts, collage
Movement
- walk, stretches, crossing midline exercises, hopscotch, play outside
Dinner
Free Time
- reading, electronics, family fun
Prayer
Bedtime
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