Class Is In Session!

The rug is the classroom. Bears, bunnies, and dinosaurs sit in a row. A scrap-paper chalkboard (or a real tiny one) stands at the front, and you are the visiting teacher for a lesson that lasts as long as the laughs.

Attendance is a roll call of silly names. Recess is a parade around the coffee table. The homework is one drawing that goes on the fridge if you want it to.

Open the Classroom

• Pick a floor that already has toys nearby — living room, bedroom, or a hallway that loves a line of students.
• Sit the class in a gentle row, facing the board, with space to walk between them.
• A shoebox or a stack of books makes a teacher desk. A paper apple is optional glory.
• Write Stuffed Animal School! on the board if you want a marquee. Chalk or crayon is plenty.
• Every session gets one short lesson and one recess. Keep the favorite student in the front row next time.

Today’s Lessons

• Roll Call — each toy gets a grand name and a cheer. The whole class answers together.
• Story Hour — one picture book held so the front row can “see.” A voice for each character is welcome.
• Art — scrap paper on the floor, one scribble per student (you hold the crayon). Tape the favorite to the board.
• Inventor’s Class — one extra subject that can look absolutely ridiculous. It still has to fit on the rug, which makes the victory even sweeter.

School Life

• Everyone plays from the same side of the row, so the class stays a classroom and the walkway stays a walkway.
• One lesson at a time — give each subject its moment of glory.
• If a student tips into a nap, that’s quiet time. Laugh softly, then sit them up even prouder.