Program Atmosphere

ATMOSPHERE

Fun! At all times the atmosphere should feel fun! The following elements are key to creating an
enriching atmosphere:

MUSIC
At all times (other than when an educator is speaking) there should be music playing! This will help set the tone of free play in the room as music directly contributes to the overall atmosphere of the space.

The music playing should match the activity. If an activity requires a fast pace and a lot of energy, that should be reflected in the music. If you need to calm the kids down, calming music should be used.

EDUCATORS MORALE
Another HUGE contributing factor to atmosphere is an educator morale! If you are not on top of your game, you’re frustrated, or just not in it…. the kids can read it! They can smell it! Even worse, the parents can read it just as easily and tend to lose confidence in our abilities. Your body language and the body language of the entire team directs how the children will behave. Attitude is contagious. If you have to… fake it till you make it!