Rituals and Traditions

Rituals and traditions in preschool programs have the power to • Connect children, families, and staff • Foster a sense of belonging • Create a positive learning environment The information in this book answers the questions of why rituals and traditions are important and how teachers can incorporate them into their daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly plans to create a supportive, caring community.

Rituals and traditions have the power to shape classroom routines into times that build meaningful connections and bonds among children, families, and teachers, creating a sense of community and a positive learning environment. This book includes examples and practical information about developing rituals and traditions in your classroom or preschool programme.Rituals and traditions have the power to shape classroom routines into times that build meaningful connections and bonds among children, families, and teachers, creating a sense of community and a positive learning environment. This book includes examples and practical information about developing rituals and traditions in your classroom or preschool program.