While I'm Not Looking

Materials

none

Instructions

1. Use this activity when children need to transition to circle time or to a quiet
activity. Show them the music box and say, "I am going to fill this box with
music to remind you to listen quietly." Wind the box several times.
2. "When I hear too much talking, I'll let some music out of the box." Open the
box to play music. "As soon as your voices are quiet again, I'll close the box to
save the music." Close the box.
3. Let the children know when you open the box, "Uh oh, the music is
escaping!" The children will have to stop talking to hear the music. Once they
catch on, you can open the box silently and wait for them to remind each
other!
4. You might also use this during rest and nap time.