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What Sitting Still Really Tells Us: Rethinking Attention and Behavior in Young Children circle time movement sitting still Sep 09, 2025

When we think of a “ready-to-learn” child, the image often includes a still body, folded hands, and eyes facing forward. But in real early childhood classrooms, most children wiggle, shift, bounce, or sprawl. It’s easy to assume these behaviors mean a child is inattentive, impulsive, or misbehaving....

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Classroom Setup and Design circle time classroom design preschool quiet areas tabletop Sep 10, 2024

Classroom Setup and Design

Creating an effective early education learning environment for preschoolers involves thoughtful consideration of various areas, including tabletop activities, circle time, and quiet spaces. When setting up tabletop activities, it's essential to create a calm and organized...

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