North Carolina’s childcare sector is currently facing significant challenges and development: Decline in Licensed Child Care Programs Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, North Carolina has experienced a net loss of nearly 5% of its licensed child care programs. Between June and December 2023, the state saw a net decrease of 34 programs, and […]
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Mar
Mar
Daylight Savings Time (DST) can significantly impact daycare centers, children, parents, and staff. Here are some key considerations: 1. Sleep Disruptions for Children The shift in time, especially in the spring when we “lose” an hour, can lead to disrupted sleep patterns for young children. Children may experience difficulty falling asleep at their usual bedtime, […]
Play Through Exploration Play is one of the most natural and effective ways children learn. It allows them to explore, experiment, and discover new concepts in a hands-on and meaningful way. Through play, children develop cognitive, social, and motor skills, as well as creativity and problem-solving abilities. Activities like building with blocks, role-playing, or outdoor […]
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Jan
Jan
🧼 Preparing for Germs at Daycare 🧼 Daycares are hotspots for germs, and it’s natural for parents to be concerned about their little ones getting sick. While you can’t prevent every illness, you can take proactive steps to strengthen your child’s immune system and reduce the spread of germs. Here’s how to prepare: 🧪 1. […]
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Apr
Apr
These Last few weeks have been a serious scorcher and super uncomfortable! Staying cool and hydrated is always a difficult task when in during a heat wave like the one we have been having. its has also been hard to keep “shelf stable” items well you know…shelf stable. Here are some tips and reminders to […]
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Apr
Apr
provided by Ready to Read a Playgroup NSW partner. Starting ‘big school’ represents a huge change for children and their families. The start of school is a time when a child experiences a range of different emotions and these need to be processed carefully to ensure a smooth transition to school. Some children thrive with the new school […]