Babies and Tots Daycare

06/04/2026

Math begins long before worksheets, and shapes are one of the first stepping stones in helping children confidently explore and understand the world around them.

06/04/2026

In our childcare setting, shape activities are more than just learning circles and squares — they are opportunities for children to strengthen fine motor skills, communication, creativity, and early cognitive development. Through hands-on play, exploration, and everyday experiences, children are building important math foundations that will support future learning success.

06/04/2026

Shapes are one of the earliest foundations of mathematical learning for children of all ages. From infants exploring toys to preschoolers identifying patterns and building structures, shapes help children begin understanding how math exists in the world around them.

06/03/2026

I told the kids we possibly might be able to do a rock painting tomorrow, but I’m thinking plunger painting. Anybody else ? 😅

Painting with plungers! This looks fun!

LINK: https://www.teachpreschool.org/2014/07/21/take-the-plunge-into-plunger-painting/

06/03/2026

*The Importance of Newsletters in Our Daycare*

Newsletters play an important role in keeping families connected and informed in our daycare program.

We send out **two different newsletters** to support communication and understanding.

The first is our **curriculum newsletter**, which shares what children are learning such as letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and other educational goals from our program. This helps families stay involved in their child’s learning and continue it at home.

The second is a **formal daycare newsletter**, which includes important updates such as licensing reminders, upcoming changes, scheduled closures, and general facility information. This ensures parents are always aware of important details and stay fully informed about our program.

Together, these newsletters help build strong communication between home and daycare while supporting a safe, organized, and educational environment for every child.

06/03/2026

🌟 Rare Opening Beginning August 17! 🌟

We are excited to announce openings for ALL ages in our fun, loving, multi-age daycare program!

‼️ We accept payment from Private Pay, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, State & Tribal Assistance Families

🕡 Hours:
Monday–Friday
7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Can be adjusted with communication
Yearly Calendar of scheduled dates of closure

At our daycare, we believe every child learns differently, and we meet children right where they are developmentally. We provide a nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, grow, and build confidence through hands-on experiences and meaningful relationships.

✨ What We Offer:
🍎 Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
📚 Curriculum-based programming
🎨 Educational activities tailored to your child’s learning abilities
🌎 Multi-language learning opportunities
☀️ Outdoor play & indoor play experiences
🚌 Field trips and community exploration
👶 Multi-age group setting that encourages leadership, friendships, and family-style learning
📲 Childcare app that allows you to see real time updates on your child 
🎥 On Site surveillance to ensure child and staff safety

We are passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and culturally diverse environment where children feel loved, supported, and excited to learn each day.

Come check us out! Schedule a walk-through to see if our program is the right fit for you and your family. We would love to meet you!

📩 Message us today for more information or to reserve your child’s spot!

06/02/2026

Getting outdoors is so beneficial for children of all ages. The fresh air, open space, exploration, and hands-on learning opportunities provide experiences that simply cannot be recreated indoors. While indoor activities are important, children were not meant to spend all day inside a building.

Nature is one of the greatest educational tools we can offer children. The outdoors encourages curiosity, imagination, problem-solving, communication, creativity, and gross motor development all at once. Whether children are exploring textures, observing insects, running freely, climbing, or simply enjoying the environment around them, they are constantly learning.

Outdoor play also supports emotional regulation, confidence, independence, and overall well-being. Some of the best childhood memories and learning experiences happen outside, where children can truly explore, discover, and grow.

06/02/2026

We are outside today enjoying the South Dakota wind! 🌤️

Our little 1-year-old is already excelling in ladder drills, and moments like this are such an important reminder of how powerful outdoor play and gross motor development truly are. 💪

Climbing, stepping, balancing, and learning how to move their body through obstacles helps children strengthen both big and small muscles while building coordination, balance, confidence, and body awareness. These activities may look like simple play, but they are helping children develop the foundation for everyday skills as they grow.

Gross motor play encourages independence, problem-solving, focus, and physical strength — all while allowing children to explore, challenge themselves, and have fun in the process. Watching little ones accomplish big things is always the best part of the day. 🌟

06/02/2026

At our childcare program, we recognize the importance of having multiple outdoor playground spaces that support a wide range of age groups and developmental stages. We intentionally meet children where they are in their gross motor development, providing safe and engaging opportunities that match their current abilities.

As children grow and develop, their play skills and physical needs evolve as well. Our outdoor environment is designed to grow with them, offering a variety of functional playground systems that encourage climbing, balancing, running, coordination, and imaginative play.

Having multiple play areas allows us to support all ages appropriately while promoting confidence, independence, and physical development through meaningful outdoor experiences.

06/02/2026

Before the heat sets in, we make it a priority to get outside in the morning and complete our morning routine outdoors. This allows children to engage in large motor activities, release energy, and transition into the day in a calm and purposeful way.

Outdoor mornings also support children in regulating their emotions and setting the tone for what kind of day they will have. On Mondays especially, children are transitioning back into structure, routines, learning expectations, and opportunities for independence after the weekend.

This time is important for building confidence, encouraging independence, and supporting children as they adjust, grow, and thrive within a consistent learning environment.

*disclosure Mrs.Brittany doesn’t condone mud pies.