Weekly planning saves time and keeps your daycare days smooth and engaging.
1. Use a Weekly Planner
Map out themes, activities, and materials you’ll need. Assign focus areas for each day (e.g., Monday: Literacy, Tuesday: STEM).
2. Align With Developmental Goals
Ensure each activity supports a skill or milestone (fine motor, communication, sharing, etc.).
3. Rotate Activities
Keep things fresh by rotating sensory bins, books, and art supplies weekly.
4. Create Printable Lesson Plans
Use templates so you can rinse and repeat your most successful plans.
5. Reflect and Adjust
At week’s end, review what worked and what didn’t. Update the plan to better meet your group’s needs.
Weekly planning gives you structure without burnout—and gives kids a richer, more consistent experience.