And on Tuesday our 3–6 room lost 40 minutes of the 3-hour work period to a well-meaning music demo, and I watched two four-year-olds abandon the long bead chains mid-count. How are you advocating for uninterrupted, child-chosen work while collaborating respectfully with specials and support pull-outs?
I’ve noticed similar issues with interruptions; for us, blocking specific times strictly for child-led activities while incorporating a framework for music demos could help. You might also consider integrating music into their work as a transition instead of a break. How do you think the kids would respond to that?
It might help to integrate music demos during transition periods rather than prime work time. This way, you can keep the uninterrupted moments sacred for their choice work. Have you tried setting clear boundaries for those demos?