Written by Susan Gove, Ph.D. – CEO of Your Center Success 5 Tips for Handling a Difficult Parent in Child Care Some parents walk through the door and you brace yourself for a challenge. Others are so sweet that you think you could become friends. You don’t always know how parents will interact with you […]
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Picnics are popular in the summer months and it is something that can be included in a preschool curriculum. We have found 25 books about picnics for preschool children that can be incorporated into your early childhood program. Keep in mind that picnics can be just as fun indoors on a rainy day. 25 Books about
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Writing Prompts are a great addition to a literacy center. Journal writing in preschool can be a good way to help children develop communication skills. They can practice phonetic spelling and creative thinking. To download these writing prompt templates, as well as 10 others, visit Teachers Pay Teachers. What are the building blocks necessary to
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A lot of child care providers do not receive the appreciation and respect that they deserve. It is important to appreciate child care providers with a big “Thank you” for their dedication, commitment and compassion. Early childhood educators provide children with a solid foundation for academic and behavioral success. Child Care Directors, as well as parents
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Whether you are celebrating Spring or having a Flower theme, we found 12 healthy snacks that look like flowers. They are all easy to create, and have just a few ingredients. Healthy eating and snacking is vital for children. This collection of flower snacks contains mostly fruits, vegetables, and cheese…and other items found on
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Prop Boxes are groups of dramatic play materials that are based on a theme. Bring out a Gardening Prop Box in the spring (especially during National Lawn and Garden Month – April). It is easy to put together a Gardening Prop Box for preschoolers. Just grab a tote/container, and collect the following items. Put some
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When a parent needs child care, they will most likely do an internet search for child care near them. It is so important to list your child care program and website on the many child care directories out there. The more directories you are included in, the more likely parents will find you. In addition
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Here is a list of some preschool holiday gross motor activities to get children moving. There isn’t as much outside time in the winter months, but gross motor activities are important for young children. Incorporate these into your holiday parties or holiday themes. Parachute Jingle Bells: Get a bedsheet and place it flat on
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Word Walls are important for incorporating literacy into an early childhood classroom environment. Word Walls are usually bulletin boards that display important words for the children to see. These words can include names, sight words, theme words, etc. Word Walls can be interactive and change throughout the year. Some early childhood educators place the letters of
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Conversation Starters encourage children to talk about themselves. Talking to children is important, especially when you are trying to get to know them. Young children develop speech and language skills, as well as listening skills when engaged in a conversation. As a child care provider and educator, use these conversations starters during circle time, meal
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