Rhythm at Heart in Hand
Creating a sacred space for imaginative play
Growing up takes its own sweet time. At Heart in Hand children have all the time in the world to play, make friends, cut veggies for soup, get their hands in some bread dough, jump in puddles on our neighborhood walk, and all the activities that make life sweet!
Our Day
Children wholeheartedly want their Hands in Everything!
Originally from the Amish; “Hands to Work and Hearts to God”,
at Heart in Hand children get to participate with all their enthusiasm and devotion.
9:00 Arrival,
Play in the Yard or Morning Walk
10:15 Circle and/or Puppet Play
10:30 Snack
10:45 Play, Craft or Lunch Prep
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Outside Play Time
1:00 Goodbye or Aftercare
1:15 Rest time
2:00 Wake up
2:15 Snack
3:00 Pick Up
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning.
But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.”
— Mr Fred Rogers
Our Weekly Rhythm
Creating sweet anticipation for things to come
While most young children might not remember which day of the week they go to Heart in Hand, they do remember their rainbow rice day or moon porridge day, and this helps them move comfortably and confidently through their week.
*Heart in Hand’s weekly rhythm changes from year to year as our community resources change. The rhythm you see here is our most current one.
Monday
Activity
Soup Prep and Seasonal Craft
Lunch
Stone Soup
Aftercare Snack
Moon Porridge
Tuesday
Activity
Bread Kneading
Lunch
Risotto
Aftercare Snack
Three Bears Porridge
Wednesday
Activity
Bread baking and feed Hummingbirds
Lunch
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
Aftercare Snack
Goldilocks Porridge
Thursday
Activity
Neighborhood walk and Painting
Lunch
Rainbow Rice
Aftercare Snack
Monkey Porridge
Friday
Activity
Wood working and Drawing
Lunch
Mac and Cheese
Our Seasonal Rhythm
Creating memories with Heart in Hand Families
At Heart in Hand Preschool, the changing seasons are celebrated with special outings for the entire family. These simple gatherings often become meaningful traditions—moments that can grow into some of a child’s fondest memories. Over time, these memories may even become traditions the children carry forward into their own families. They serve as gentle anchors throughout the year, creating a rhythm that quietly carries us from one season to the next.
The Harvest Festival
At the end of each summer, Heart in Hand families gather at a local apple orchard to reconnect with one another or to meet new families joining the community. Together they pick apples and share a picnic, marking the beginning of the new school year.
The Festival of Light
Every fall, Heart in Hand families gather quietly in a nearby park to welcome the deepening season. As dusk settles, children carry glowing lanterns along the path, their small lights shining warmly in the growing darkness. Families share hot cider and freshly roasted chestnuts, and together enjoy the quiet beauty of the evening. It is a simple gathering, yet one that helps mark the turning of the year and reminds us of the warmth we can carry with us as the days grow shorter.
The Festival of Flowers
Every spring, Heart in Hand families gather together to celebrate the bright colors and fresh fragrances of the season. Children sing and dance around the Maypole, weaving ribbons in joyful patterns while parents and family members join in song and movement around them. Afterward, families share a picnic filled with favorite dishes from home. It is a festive gathering that celebrates renewal, community, and the approaching close of the school year.