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Sometimes it seems we have to wait a long time for something to happen and we are told it will only take a 'wee minute' - a wee minute usually seems like a very long minute. Why does it always take so long especially when it is something we are really looking forward to?
How long is a wee minute?
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Have you ever had to wait for something or someone special? Did it feel like a long time? When do you have to wait at pre-school? How do you feel? Have you ever had to wait for your turn in the sand? What could you do so that waiting doesn't feel so long?
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Activities You Can Do in the Classroom: Below are some suggestions for how the theme of patience can be incorporated into areas of play.
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| Baking Activity | Make Rice Krispie buns, pancakes or scones with the children so they can experience a 'wee minute' to wait |
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| Circle Time | Emphasise the importance of waiting for your turn in the circle to speak |
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| Role Play | Waiting to join in role play |
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| Computer | Use sand timers to regulate turns |
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| Outdoor Play | Play Duck, Duck, Goose and point out that part of the fun is waiting to see who is going to be picked! Emphasise turn-taking and patience when using wheeled vehicles, house, climbing equipment |
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LINKS WITH PREVIOUS EXPERIENCES:
Talk to children about: Baking activities at home, waiting for a birthday, holiday, or special event
