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I have the kids pick up the playroom while I get the plates ready. They know that I won't put the food on the table until the room is picked up so they usually pick-up and sing "pick up pick up, everybody everywhere" with no problems at all. They are good eaters and look forward to lunch.
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This is exactly what we do to and it works for me... BUT, in the case of the OP, I don't think these kiddos would participate - it would just be a huge fight for her and a major delay in her lunch service. Sounds like these kids need constant supervision in order to get another done!Comment
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Yes they do. They are ALL wonderful kids, until the SECOND I leave their sight. :
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Today I tried completely changing my routine around, and we came inside right as lunch was ready (lasagna I prepped this morning/put in the oven while we were outside, tossed salad, and fruit salad I cut up this morning). I had the kids sit in the florida room, take off shoes, coat, hats, gloves, etc 1
at a time, and then wash their hands in the kitchen sink- right next to me.... (while I was doing lunch trays) one at a time. As soon as they were done, they were able to help me serve the dishes. I also went in order of best behavior/quietest first. Worked like a charm. I over-praised the heck out of those kids today. Completely stress free! YAY!Comment
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I also wanted to add--- I take ages 2-5. Currently I have a younger group (for me) 4-just turned 2 year olds and 2-3 year olds and my own ds who is 5 (missed K cutoff because of his birthdate and is pre-k 2 days a week). I also don't use high chairs or sippies and expect more from my 2 year olds than their parents/previous caregivers have as far as mealtimes go.Comment
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YAY! I'm happy that mealtime worked out so much better for you today
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Yep they do exist! We use them (optional) and it its hot, organic and yummy.Comment
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