Author Archives: CCL Admin

Ways to Find Stress Relief

Posted on October 21, 2013 by

Ways to Find Stress Relief  Go to bed on time.  Get up on time so you can start the day un-rushed.  Get rid of clutter.  Allow extra time to do things and to get to places  Live within your budget, … Continue reading →

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Scarecrow Theme and Activities

Posted on October 7, 2013 by

Scarecrow Preschool Theme and Activities Scarecrows aren’t scary. Learning about scarecrows is a fun way to introduce the theme content of autumn and harvest time. Scarecrow Songs and Poems I’m A Little Scarecrow I’m A Little Scarecrow Stuffed with hay … Continue reading →

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What Makes Online Child Care Lounge Classes Special?

Posted on September 26, 2013 by

Finally! You can participate in child care training when you need it, without leaving the comfort of your own home. Forget expensive conference fees, babysitting arrangements and traffic jams. Now there are quality online child care trainings for your convenience. … Continue reading →

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Don’t Throw Those Paper Towel Tubes Away!

Posted on September 12, 2013 by

by Wanda Huntley As a teacher of young children, I try my best to be frugal and creative with all materials.  Here are some ideas on how to use those tubes: spyglass binoculars telescope magic wand cocoon/chrysalis kaleidoscope musical instrument … Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss Out

Posted on September 10, 2013 by

Child Care Lounge offers a FREE email newsletter.  Keep up with all the additions to the website and the latest news in the world of child care. Sometimes we promote discounts and offers that are not available anywhere else. Don’t … Continue reading →

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Getting To Know You

Posted on August 9, 2013 by

by Janine The start of the school year is quickly approaching.  Here are a few ideas for helping the children in your class get to know one another, as well as encourage positive relationships and cooperation throughout your classroom! Click … Continue reading →

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Fun with Bottles

Posted on July 17, 2013 by

by Janine Here are a few ideas for recycling 20 ounce water or soda bottles into classroom activities! 1.  Mini Ocean Bottles – Fill the bottle halfway up with vegetable oil.  Then finish filling the bottle with water.  We suggest … Continue reading →

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13 Rainy Day Activities

Posted on July 10, 2013 by

by Ellen If you are having a rainy summer, it can be tough to find ways to keep your child care children entertained and occupied.  Here are some unique ideas to try the next time you find yourself inside on … Continue reading →

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Cow Appreciation Day Activities

Posted on June 25, 2013 by

by Ellen July 15 is National Cow Appreciation Day!  There are lots of fun activities you can do with young children that involve cows. Some Cow Facts for Kids (source – kiddyhouse.com): Cows are able to see color. Cows can … Continue reading →

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Hello, Goodbye

Posted on June 19, 2013 by

by Kay Mishkin Summer can be a wonderful, carefree time of year.  It can also be the season for children to transition in or out of your child care group.  It can be a source of some confusion if you … Continue reading →

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