Tag Archives: ideas
February is Heart Health Month
by Janine February is Heart Health Month. Here are a few activities to use to help make this month more than just Valentine’s. Heart Beats Bring in a good quality stethoscope. Show the children how to use the stethoscope to … Continue reading
Coffee Filters, Clothespins,and Kitchen Scissors
by Diane In my last post I gave you my list of condiments (Ranch dressing,ketchup,and peanut butter) every provider needs for smooth sailing at mealtimes, now I will give you my top 3 day care helpers. Coffee filters, clothespins, and … Continue reading
Father’s Day Gifts for Preschool
Simple gift ideas that are easy for small hands to make. Desk Blotter Have children decorate a piece of cardboard or poster board. Cover with clear contact paper. Now dad has something for his desk Pencil Holder Use a clean … Continue reading
Fun With The Very Hungry Caterpillar
by Janine The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a wonderful book to read to preschoolers. It has an easy to follow plot with bright and beautiful illustrations. I would like to share some ideas I have for enhancing story time with … Continue reading
Welcome!
This is the first post for our new blog! Child Care Lounge has been around since 2002 and we are still growing. I first started the website to share the many ideas and resources I gathered in the many years … Continue reading
