My kiddos would come back to my room so loud and running around trying to find someone to play with and a game/activity to play. So, since I was already doing centers for reading (this was before the awesomeness of Daily 5) I decided to create Recess Centers! And, let me tell you....I think this might have been one of my best ideas ever! :)
I used a smaller pocket chart and printed all of my kiddos' names on labels so that I could easily move them around. Then, I created 6 centers or activities they were allowed to play during inside recess and posted them at the front of each row on the chart. Here is a picture of my Recess Center Chart:
The six recess centers I had this year were Lincoln Logs, Coloring, Games, Puzzles, Legos, and Computers. Depending on how many kiddos I have, I put 3-4 kiddos in a group. I try to change the groups around every nine weeks so that they have time to play with other friends.
One more great thing I started this year is only the first person is allowed to get the game/activity. I have a specific place in the room where each center can happen. The other kiddos go straight to that spot. The first name is the one allowed to get the game out of the Recess Center cabinet. This keeps everyone from pushing and shoving to get into the cabinet. I change this responsibility too throughout the year. Here is a picture of my labeled Recess Center cabinet:
I put labels where each center should go so they can easily find what they are looking for and so they keep my centers organized....my favorite word! :)
This has worked extremely well for me. My kiddos love it and are much more calm and responsible with my recess things.
Now....for the winners of my What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up Pack!!
The winners are....
Mrs. Richling
Sandra at Sweet Times in First
Kelly B at Busy in Kindergarten
Congrats, ladies! I'll be emailing those out to your shortly. Hope your kiddos enjoy!
This pack is also available on my TpT store so make sure and check it out! :)
I've also jumped on the bandwagon....I'm having a sale today and tomorrow! Click on the picture to visit my store:
18 comments:
Inside recess centers...brilliant! I dread inside recess and with Oregon weather, we have rain a lot. Thanks for sharing!
Journey of a Substitute Teacher
Smart!
❀ Tammy
Forever in First
Thanks so much! I got my email!
kellybrown28021@gmail.com
I absolutely love it!! Thanks! :)
Lisa
I am LOVING the idea of recess centers! Awesome!
-Megan
First Grade Magic
I do inside recess centers also and verbally tell them how many people can be at each space. I love the idea of having it more organized! Thanks!
Casey
Second Grade Math Maniac Blog
I LOVE the inside recess centers idea. My school usually has a ton of inside days. This is awesome! Thank you for sharing.
I am your newest follower! Your blog looks awesome! Great ideas!
Love the idea of recess centers!! Our monitors put in a video and sometimes the kids are good about watching it and other times....not so good!
Robynn
BusyBees
Hi Rachel!!
I'm so happy you're following me & that I found your blog! I love your recess centers! I'm thinking about doing something similar for next year :)
Maureen
http://kdg-frogs.blogspot.com/
Let me try that again...
Thanks for posting on my blog! I'm NOW (the post I deleted said not...geesh!) following you too! :)
Can't wait to explore your blog more!
Jenn
A Pirates Life for Us
I am your 97th follower, almost 100. WooHoo! I am also a first grade teacher. I love the Daily 5! Please stop by and visit my blog when you get a chance.
Sandra
Classroom Companion
I'm your 100th follower!
Tara
Little Minds at Work
Congrats! I've given you the One Lovely Blog award. Stop by to check out all the details.
Maria from
Kinder-Craze
Recess centers is the way to go. It totally makes inside recess much more managable. :)
I'm your newest follower!
Lindsey
Lovin’ First Grade
Love the inside recess centers idea...I HATE inside recess! Maybe now I won't!!!!
Carrie
C&C Teach First
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