Storytime Childcare

Giving your child the opportunity to play fosters many important skills that will last a lifetime. These skills include motor development, language development, spatial skills, cognitive development, and self-control.

“Play is so integral to childhood that a child who does not have the opportunities to play is cut off from a major portion of childhood.” - Musselwhite

Most children first play with other children cooperatively at 2 years of age. The cooperative play doesn't happen sooner because children need to develop some language and communication skills first.

Your child's lunches are a major source of the essential vitamins, minerals and proteins they need to grow and develop. Peanut butter and cottage cheese sandwiches, eggs or chicken salads are healthy lunches you can offer your child.

Did you know that your child needs peaceful sleep just as much as you do? For 3-5 year olds, it’s recommended to get at least 10-13 hours of sleep per 24 hours (including naps).

“The word ‘education’ comes from the Latin ‘educere’ = e- (out of) + -ducere (to draw). Education is not just about putting information in. We have forgotten that it, in fact, begins in the child’s heart.” - Vince Gowmon

Don't forget to love, cuddle, hug, and respond to your child. Your affection and attention will help them feel safe and secure, and will also aid in their overall development.

Keep your child hydrated after long sports in hot weather. Cool water and 100% fruit juices are ideal. Apples, oranges, watermelons, and grapes are good examples of fruits that have high water content.

Every child needs to be taught independence. Experts say that strict guidelines are not the best option. Do not impose your will on children. Let them make their own choices.

“Play is not a break from learning. It is endless, delightful, deep, engaging, practical learning. It’s the doorway into the child’s heart!” - Vince Gowmon

Can you list the different types of developmental milestones in children? Well, there are 4 different types of development milestones - 1) physical 2) cognitive 3) social and emotional, and 4) communication.

If your child is on any medications, let our staff known about that. Tell us when and what to give your child. It’s even better if you can organize the medications for the staff with proper labeling of timings.