I just started childcare in my home on Wednesday. My DC children are ages 4 & 5. I originally planned a nap/rest time for them, meaning they don't have to sleep, but must lie quietly in a dim room with quiet cartoons for an hour. I do this at the same time everyday, so that my home is structured and consistent for them.
Their parents have requested that I no longer allow them to lie awake, and that they actually sleep during nap time. I have no idea how to accomplish "making" them sleep. I provide a quiet and dim room, comfort items (blankets, pillows, a cushy place to sleep) and tell them that they have to close their eyes and try to sleep. However, they won't sleep. Personally, I'm not sure that they haven't outgrown nap time. The five year old will play, bug his sister, wiggle, whisper, etc. throughout the whole time that I have assigned as nap time. I think the four year old would be willing to take a nap, but her brother is causing a disturbance and keeps her up. I don't want to go against the parents' request, but honestly, I can't make him sleep. And when I try, it interfere's with his sister's.
Any tips, constructive criticism, or suggestions would be welcomed. Thanks in advance!
Their parents have requested that I no longer allow them to lie awake, and that they actually sleep during nap time. I have no idea how to accomplish "making" them sleep. I provide a quiet and dim room, comfort items (blankets, pillows, a cushy place to sleep) and tell them that they have to close their eyes and try to sleep. However, they won't sleep. Personally, I'm not sure that they haven't outgrown nap time. The five year old will play, bug his sister, wiggle, whisper, etc. throughout the whole time that I have assigned as nap time. I think the four year old would be willing to take a nap, but her brother is causing a disturbance and keeps her up. I don't want to go against the parents' request, but honestly, I can't make him sleep. And when I try, it interfere's with his sister's.
Any tips, constructive criticism, or suggestions would be welcomed. Thanks in advance!
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