Recently the children have begun learning about the talking cirlce.  Mary-Dale introduced this ceremony one day to the children and they took to it so well, we've decided to make it a part of our daily routine.  It's still new, but there is so much that the children can learn from this simple ceremony.  Everyone gets a chance to speak, but no one is forced to participate if they don't want to.  Mary-Dale reminds them of the "rules" or protocols and encourages them to speak loud and proud, and share what is on their mind.