1. ENVIORNMENTAL RATING SYSTEMS
EASY TIPS 

2. DISPLAY On child’s eye level Include 3 dimensional objects and items
Sculptures, mobiles, and plants
Make sure artwork is current
Make some of it touchable
Children especially toddlers, you can keep it safe by covering the artwork with contact paper
WHERE TO PUT DISPLAY?- low bulletin boards, low on the walls, the back and sides of low, open shelves, and ON THE FLOOR.
BE CREATIVE!
Make sure the materials fit the age group
ROTATE THE DISPLAY MONTHLY
Talk about the display

3. BOOKS Make books accessible Keep books in good shape
Put books in one location AND in every interest area
Read book with children DAILY
Have other activities available
Rotate books monthly

4. TV/VIDEO/COMPUTER
If used it needs to be in a developmentally appropriate way that adds to the children's experiences
Not recommended for children under 2 years old
Limit times for 2 year old and older:
TV- 30 minutes total once a week
COMPUTER- 15 minutes per day
NOT recommended during meals and snacks
Materials need to fit the age group
MAKE TV time interactive and involving
View with children
Provide alternate activities- reading a book, puzzle

5. MATERIALS/ACTIVITES Work with what you already have Ask for donations
Make and gather home materials-natural items
Rotate materials at least monthly

6. OUTSIDE GO OUTDOORS EVERYDAY (weather permitting)
Be flexible with your schedule
Make outdoor time ACTIVE time
Bring drama, art, blocks and books outside
Check playground for hazards

7. MEALS AND SNACKS SIT WITH THE CHILDREN Talk with the children
Wash hands before and after snack
Milk and juice should not be left out for more than 1 hour