Cuddles Rest and Lullabies (CRL) | Semester 1

Cuddles, Rest & Lullabies Level 1 Curriculum. 

This subject area builds emotional security, rest routines, and calmness through sound, gentle contact, and soothing experiences.

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CRL Subject Area – Overview (Level 1)

Focus: 

- Foster emotional bonding and safety  

- Encourage structured rest patterns  

- Develop listening calmness and mood regulation  

- Early exposure to calming musical works  

Key Elements Used:

- Lullabies (Classical, Traditional, Faith-based)  

- Cuddle & Blanket Time  

- Rocking, Gentle Motions  

- Soothing Bible Story Audio  

- Room lighting, scent & sound control  

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Semester 1 – Weeks 1–8

Week 1

- Cuddle Time Song: “Brahms’ Lullaby”  

- Lullaby Listening: Moonlight Sonata (Soft Volume)  

- Rest Activity: Gentle rocking with stuffed animals  

- Bible Rest Word: “The Lord is my Shepherd” (Psalm 23:1)  

Week 2

- Cuddle Time Song: “Jesus Loves Me” (softly sung)  

- Lullaby Listening: Debussy – Clair de Lune  

- Rest Activity: Slow back rub with gentle humming  

- Bible Rest Word: “Peace, be still” (Mark 4:39)  

Week 3

- Cuddle Time Song: “You Are My Sunshine”

 - Lullaby Listening: Erik Satie – Gymnopédie No.1  

- Rest Activity: Blanket cocoon and soft breathing  

- Bible Rest Word: “I will lie down and sleep in peace.” (Psalm 4:8)  

Week 4

- Cuddle Time Song: “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”  

- Lullaby Listening: Chopin Nocturne Op. 9 No. 2  

-Rest Activity: Humming in dim room with mobile visuals  

- Bible Rest Word: “The Lord gives His beloved sleep.” (Psalm 127:2)  

Week 5

- Cuddle Time Song: “He’s Got the Whole World”  

- Lullaby Listening: Mozart Lullaby  

- Rest Activity: Gentle body swaddle & soft soundscape  

- Bible Rest Word: “Be still and know…” (Psalm 46:10)  

Week 6

- Cuddle Time Song: “All Night, All Day (Angels Watching)”  

- Lullaby Listening: Harp instrumental medley  

- Rest Activity: Foot rub and light instrumental music  

- Bible Rest Word: “I am with you always” (Matt. 28:20)  

Week 7

- Cuddle Time Song: “God is So Good”  

- Lullaby Listening: Native flute or water sounds + soft strings  

- Rest Activity: Gentle cuddle circle with staff humming  

- Bible Rest Word: “You are mine…” (Isaiah 43:1)  

Week 8

- Cuddle Time Song: “Softly and Tenderly” (gospel version)  

-Lullaby Listening: Cello instrumental worship

- Rest Activity: Story-to-sleep with dim lights  

- Bible Rest Word: “I will comfort you…” (Isaiah 66:13)  

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