Category Archives: Authors

Art Recipes: Make your own supplies!

Posted on May 5, 2015 by

Here is a fun way to save money and be frugal. Make your own art supplies. These art recipes are fun and easy! Dough Recipes Cold Playdough 1 cup salt 1 cup flour 1/2 cup water *Mix all ingredients together … Continue reading →

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Arbor Day Activities

Posted on April 3, 2015 by

Arbor Day Activities National Arbor Day is April 24, 2015-Visit the Arbor Day Foundation Website   Tree Songs and Fingerplays The Apple Tree Way up high in the apple tree (raise arms over head) Two little apples smiled at me … Continue reading →

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What Pet Should You Get?

Posted on February 21, 2015 by

You may have heard the big news: A newly discovered Dr. Seuss book, What Pet Should I get? is going to be released this summer.  So, what pet should you get for your classroom? Pets in Child Care Having a … Continue reading →

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Child Care Lounge Membership Club

Posted on February 2, 2015 by

Announcing the Child Care Lounge Elite Membership Club! We will continue to have oodles of free resources and ideas on our website. This is a benefit for those who want even more! Plus the convenience of having it all in … Continue reading →

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Grants for Childhood Education

Posted on January 12, 2015 by

Grants for Early Childhood Education Starting a child care program can be a lot of work, and funding is often a source of stress among business owners and directors. Luckily the U.S. government distributes money through grants each year to … Continue reading →

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Gift Ideas for Child Care Providers

Posted on November 24, 2014 by

Gift Ideas for Child Care Providers With the holidays quickly approaching, now is the time to consider what to buy for the child care provider in your life. Whether you are a parent or a child care director you will … Continue reading →

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Enroll your staff in Child Care Lounge online classes and get FREE training for yourself!

Posted on November 13, 2014 by

Directors: Enroll your staff in Child Care Lounge online classes and get FREE training for yourself! The larger your program is, the more choices you have! Enroll 5 or more staff members in any of our classes and choose from … Continue reading →

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Suggestions for Clean-Up Time

Posted on November 7, 2014 by

Suggestions for Clean-Up Time Utilize special songs or cues. Children will learn to associate that song mentally with clean up time. And then there’s the Mary Poppins-thing- music and a positive attitude can make a chore seem more fun. Have … Continue reading →

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New Resource Booklets!

Posted on October 23, 2014 by

New Resource Booklets! New Staff Orientation Kit Child Care Lounge is pleased to offer a New Staff Orientation Kit for directors…designed to meet many of the state requirements for orientation of new employees. Be sure to check with your state … Continue reading →

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Help With Staff Training

Posted on September 18, 2014 by

Are you worried that staff is not in compliance for annual training requirements? Are you having a hard time finding professional development that is both affordable and convenient? Are you seeking in-service training that you know is of high quality … Continue reading →

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