Tag Archives: child care

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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Choosing a Child Care Curriculum

Posted on March 4, 2014 by

Before you purchase a curriculum to use in your child care or preschool program, take the time to carefully evaluate what is being offered. There are many pre-packaged curriculums out there, but they are not equal. Here are a few … Continue reading →

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Resolutions for Child Care Providers

Posted on December 27, 2013 by

The new year is as good a time as any to resolve to make changes and to plot a course for the future. Making New Year’s Resolutions can be a great way to set goals and assess your progress. Improve … 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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