Cradle to Crayons Early Learning

09/13/2026

Being outside is a big part of our culture and curriculum. The kids learn so much!

08/21/2026

We're excited to announce... our new art program beginning in October! Come visit us tomorrow at Metro Cruise to win some prizes and see for yourself!

08/08/2026

https://www.woodtv.com/news/michigan/new-federal-proposal-could-overhaul-michigans-head-start-program/

A group of Michigan educators is sounding the alarm on a federal proposal they say threatens six decades of progress in early childhood education in the state of Michigan.

07/30/2026

Want to see what our preschool program is all about? Come meet our teachers and see more on our curriculum. This is your opportunity to meet with staff and ask questions about our center.

07/02/2026

I love that we get the opportunity to take children outside every day and teach them about nature and let them explore. This gives them a new appreciation for the Earth and all its wonder.

05/21/2026

This could have some serious implications for childcare providers, programs, families, and most importantly the children. They ALL deserve the highest quality of care!

CPAOM is closely monitoring proposed changes to Michigan’s Child Development and Care (CDC) payment structure.

Currently, Michigan providers serving CDC families are reimbursed based on enrollment. The House proposal would revise that language and move toward attendance-based reimbursement instead.

During discussions with House leadership, CPAOM raised concerns about how this could impact providers in a state already facing child care deserts, workforce shortages, and extremely thin operating margins. We asked how shifting financial instability onto providers might affect access to care for Michigan families.

Speaker Matt Hall indicated that the proposal is intended to address fraud concerns and “root out fraud” by moving away from enrollment-based payments.

CPAOM absolutely supports strong oversight and responsible stewardship of public funds. Fraud prevention matters. At the same time, child care providers still carry fixed costs when children are absent due to illness, transportation issues, family emergencies, or schedule fluctuations. Staffing ratios, payroll, rent, insurance, licensing, and compliance requirements do not disappear when attendance fluctuates.

As these discussions continue, CPAOM will keep bringing provider perspectives and operational realities directly into conversations with lawmakers. We will also continue gathering feedback and impact statements from providers and partner organizations across Michigan to ensure those voices are part of the discussion moving forward.

04/09/2026

http://www.wzzm13.com/article/news/nation-world/graco-recall-car-seats-snugride-turn-slide/507-7c615cd5-df89-418e-bb4f-6f04d47c7a1a

Check your Graco infant car seat: A recall is in effect due to structural issues. Find out if your model is affected and how to get a replacement. (Graco)

03/19/2026

Tomorrow, we will have a Girl Scout cookie booth from 3-6pm. Please join us to support a special girl and her troop.

02/08/2026

At Cradle to Crayons Early Learning, we don't just rush children through activities or outcomes.
We slow the pace.
We soften the structure.
We create environments that invite exploration — and then we step back.

Because when children are trusted to follow their own ideas, they don’t just do learning…
They become learners.

✨ Less product.
✨ More process.
✨ Less adult agenda.
✨ More childhood.

02/04/2026