In the round

Circle time provides a great opportunity to show children how to behave towards others. Jennie Lindon offers ideas for how to make the most of this part of the day Circle time is probably familiar to many people as a phrase. But it takes some thought and sensitive planning to use it in ways that support children's learning, especially as a strategy to support and promote positive behaviour. Circle time can be used effectively for the broad range of what young children are learning. This article focuses on its application to behaviour.