It is up to you as the teacher to set the rules for the class. You are not supposed to be bribing them for following the rules. What time are you doing your circle? Maybe you should change your schedule and do it earlier in the day or right after nap time when they are not restless. You need to adapt to the energy in the room and not try to get them to do something when their energy is not capable of complying. My grandchildren who are 4-5 are either in kindergarten or pre-1A and are very capable of following the rules. So maybe you need to understand the rhythm of the day. Snacks should be after circle time, circle time should be when they are calm and not try to calm them down for circle time. Free play should be after circle time so they get to expend built up energy. Don’t try to get them to sit still when they are hungry and need a boost. When are they most interested in sitting with you?
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