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"Wait for the Whistle" An Edwardian Recess

Length: 2 hours
Age:  6 years and up

In this fair weather program children will have an extended recess after they experience the "day in the life of" a student in 1910. And this is a special recess too! It's someone's birthday and today we will play Edwardian games out on the lawn*. Just remember you have to finish your "seat work" first before the games begin.
*Weather permitting

Your recess activities may include:

  • Stilts
  • Tug of War
  • Skipping rope
  • Race games
  • Bean Bag Toss
  • Graces

Price: $200 for up to 30 participants, suggested minimum of 10
Availability: Year Round; outside games weather dependant
Things to know:
  • Two weeks booking notice is preferred
  • Payment is due upon arrival.  Visa, Mastercard and American Express only.
  • HST will be added to prices quoted
  • To complete you Edwardian experience, bring treats inspired by Edwardian picnic foods. Suggestions for fun and easy Edwardian treat and costume ideas will be emailed to you when you book your program.
  • Adults will be included in the role-play and will be encouraged to be a "senior student" throughout the program.  There will be an opportunity to take "class" photos after the role playing.
  • The restored schoolhouse décor sets the scene for a schoolhouse birthday; modern decorations are not permitted.
    A map with driving and TTC directions, and parking locations will be provided.

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Historic Zion Schoolhouse
Children's party, Wait for the Whistle! An Edwardian Recess