Each afternoon, Monday through Thursday, kindergartners enjoy thirty minutes of choice time to close out their day. Activities change regularly, and children have the freedom to choose what they’d like to do and move between options as they wish. They might build with blocks, play card games, create art, or engage in dramatic play. It’s wonderful to see students who don’t always work together during the day connect through shared interests. The classroom comes alive with imagination, cooperation, and laughter as children explore ideas and collaborate with friends. Choice Time nurtures independence, social skills, and a love of learning. Through play, children develop creativity, persistence, and problem-solving skills that lay the groundwork for future success.
– Kristen Faubert, first grade teacher
