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Meaning of "circle time" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF CIRCLE TIME

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CIRCLE TIME

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Circle time is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES CIRCLE TIME MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Circle time

Circle time, also called group time, refers to any time that a group of people are sitting together for an activity involving everyone. The method is now in widespread use in schools across the UK. In Scotland many primary schools use the method regularly and it is starting to be introduced into secondary schools. It is a special time to share fingerplays, chants and rhymes, songs, play rhythm instruments, read a story, and participate in movement games and relaxation activities. Circle time provides a time for listening, developing attention span, promoting oral communication, and learning new concepts and skills. It is a time for auditory memory, sensory experiences, socialization, and a time for fun. Circle time can be a complex, dynamic interaction among adults, children, and resources used. Teachers have the power to make group time more effective and enjoyable for all involved. It also has roots in social group work and in solution focused therapeutic approaches.

Definition of circle time in the English dictionary

The definition of circle time in the dictionary is a time in which pre-school or primary school children sit in a circle and take turns to speak, usually with possession of a circulated object being the sign of whose turn it is.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CIRCLE TIME

circensial
circensian
circinate
circinately
Circini
Circinus
circiter
circle
circler
circlet
circlip
Circlorama
circs
circuit
circuit binding
circuit board
circuit breaker
circuit court
circuit judge
circuit rider

WORDS THAT END LIKE CIRCLE TIME

ahead of time
all the time
at one time
at the same time
big time
from time to time
full time
in good time
in no time
in the fullness of time
in the nick of time
in time
local time
on time
once upon a time
opening time
real time
short time
summer time
the big time
time

Synonyms and antonyms of circle time in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «circle time» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CIRCLE TIME

Find out the translation of circle time to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of circle time from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «circle time» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

圈时间
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

la hora del círculo
570 millions of speakers

English

circle time
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

वृत्त समय
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الساعة دائرة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

время круга
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

tempo do círculo
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

বৃত্ত সময়
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

l´heure du cercle
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Masa bulatan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Kreis Zeit
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

サークルタイム
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

원 시간
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Wektu bunder
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

thời gian vòng tròn
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

வட்டம் நேரம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

मंडळ वेळ
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Çevre saati
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

circle time
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

koło czasu
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

час кола
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

timp cerc
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κύκλος του χρόνου
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

sirkel tyd
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

cirkel tid
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

sirkel tid
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of circle time

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CIRCLE TIME»

The term «circle time» is quite widely used and occupies the 42.721 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CIRCLE TIME» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about circle time

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Famous quotes and sentences with the word circle time.
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Christine Taylor
I like circle time and school drop-off. And I like that I have kids still willing to hold my hand.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CIRCLE TIME»

Discover the use of circle time in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to circle time and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Circle Time for Young Children
Provides information on effectively incorporating circle time into the classroom.
Jenny Mosley, 2005
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Circle Time Activities: Grades PreK-K
Teacher directions and patterns for dozens of activities with which to teach concepts and skills during circle time -- calendar, math, oral language, phonics, thinking, music, movement.
Evan-Moor Educational Publishers, 1998
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Circle Time for Emotional Literacy
Offering many new ideas and activities to try out in Circle Time, this book covers: - why your school needs Circle Time - how you go about starting Circle Time in your school - the underlying philosophy and basic rules - he role of the ...
Sue Roffey, 2006
4
Circle Time: A Resource Book for Primary and Secondary Schools
Written for the busy classroom teacher, this book provides quick access to an abundance of Circle Time activities.
Teresa Bliss, Jo Tetley, 2006
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Developing Circle Time: Taking Circle Time Much Further
This book is the answer to teachers who ask for more ideas to extend the Circle Time programme.
Teresa Bliss, George Robinson, Barbara Maines, 1995
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Creative Circle Time Lessons for the Early Years
Includes CD-rom! This creative book uses music, song, poetry and a host of practical ideas to engage children in Circle Time Activities.
Yvonne Weatherhead, 2008
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Magic Circles: Building Self-Esteem Through Circle Time
Areas covered include: " motivation " coping with change and difficulty " prejudice and bullying. Both new and experienced Circle Time users will find this an indispensable handbook.
Murray White, 1999
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Quality Circle Time in the Secondary School: A Handbook of ...
1) Re-write the year 7 pastoral curriculum to include Circle Time on a more regular basis (once a half-term.) 2) Train the school councillor and Pastoral Support Centre staff so they can use Circle Time as part of their anger management and ...
Jenny Mosley, Marilyn Tew, 2013
9
Circle Time for the Very Young
This book is easily used in any setting and is a must-have for busy practitioners.
Margaret Collins, 2011
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Enhancing Circle Time for the Very Young: For Nursery, ...
Written for anyone using Circle Time with 3 to 7 year olds, this book sets out strategies and activities for making the most out of Circle Time sessions.
Margaret Collins, 2003

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CIRCLE TIME»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term circle time is used in the context of the following news items.
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Find something you love and do it
“I always loved the interaction with the children when I was teaching. My first year at Springville we started the day with circle time. It was the fall ... «Paris Post Intelligencer, Jul 15»
2
summer camp a lesson in dedication and friendship
There is also circle time, during which they read a story, craft time and breaks for snacks and lunch. Every week has a different theme, on which ... «Baltimore Sun, Jul 15»
3
Nashik schools, colleges hold induction programmes and workshops
Students of Grade IV had a fun time writing down their happy memories during the circle time activity of 'I Feel Happy When ....' .Every child had ... «Times of India, Jul 15»
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Nashik schools, colleges hold induction programmes and …
Students of Grade IV had a fun time writing down their happy memories during the circle time activity of `I Feel Happy When ... .` .Every child ... «NYOOOZ, Jul 15»
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Wakanyeja Tiokihe Oti:
ST. FRANCIS, SD—The students attending Wakanyeja Tiokihe Oti start each day with circle time around a medicine wheel displaying elaborate ... «The Lakota Country Times, Jul 15»
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The Berkshires Calendar for July 3
Circle time and snack. 10-11 a.m. East Street, Adams. Berkshire Athenaeum: Preschool videos. Free, no registration required. 1 Wendell Ave. «Berkshire Eagle, Jul 15»
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Families First Has Programs in July
Preschool Playtime: Join children ages 3 to 5 and parents or other caregivers for circle time, gym, free play, snack and story. Facilitator: Parkie ... «Patch.com, Jun 15»
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'I'm a girl stuck in a boy's body': A 10-year-old's journey from Liam to …
The guidance counselor led "circle time" discussions about what it means to be gender variant, presenting it as about kids' likes and dislikes. «Today.com, Jun 15»
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Cottage Grove woman honored for in-home day care business
Each week, during “circle time,” the kids read a new book. “They can bring it home and read it to their parents,” Stadler said. “I'm trying to instill ... «South Washington County Bulletin, Jun 15»
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Programs at Itasca State Park
10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Circle Time Under the Pines: E is for Eagles will meet by the Museum Amphitheater, below Wegmann's Store or in the ... «Bemidji Pioneer, Jun 15»

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