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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I much prefer one long recess rather than two shorter ones.[/quote]

Same, has anyone tried to transition 18 kids from the classroom to the playground in the winter. Imagine the coats, hats, gloves, etc twice a day for 18 kids. It would take more time just to transition than play. One transition to recess for a decent time will suffice.

Also it seems like these schedules differ by school. I know my school is big on starting the day focusing of social emotional skills with strong start. Heggerty is only 10-15 minutes max. Small group is 10-15 minutes max per child a day (which is usually a game based activity that teaches and math or literacy skill), 10 minutes for math whole group that is a whole group game that reinforces a math skill. Centers for an hour (children  pick where they want to go, but we also have plan activities related to the study). Read aloud for 10-15 minutes (that's supporting language and vocabulary, which should be happening during play too). Then you have specials, lunch, nap, closing. It's really interesting to hear about the iPads and homework hopefully that is not the norm, but luckily not where I am. [/quote]

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