Running a Shift

Running a great Playspace shift can include many factors. Here are just a few to help you run a calm, fun and engaging experience for the children.

Managing the Playspace

Ideas for how to set up your Playspace shift to incorporate routines, playfulness and support for the entire family.

Accidents in the Playspace.pdf

Accidents in the Playspace

What to do when a child gets hurt and who to contact

Asking Questions for Different Ages.pdf

Asking questions

Communicating with young children at different ages

Clean Up Time.pdf

Playspace clean up time

How to make clean up a fun and playful experience

Germ Prevention.pdf

germ prevention

How to keep your Playspace healthy and safe

Mixed Age Groups Tip Sheet.pdf

Mixed age groups

How to handle children of different ages in same space

Ages & Stages.pdf

Ages & Stages of Children

Understanding how children grow and develop

Opening and Closing Activities.pdf

Opening & Closing

Activities to start and end your Playspace shift

Spanish Words and Phrases.pdf

Spanish words & phrases

Simple tips for communicating in Spanish with children