Just starting a home daycare? Wondering what supplies for home daycare are essential? There are many things that you need for a home daycare but not everything is a must have when you are just starting out. Scale back on the toy section and focus a bit more on some everyday household gear. Below you will find […]
Free Halloween Math Game for Preschoolers: Roll and Cover
Make counting practice more exciting this October with a free Halloween math game for preschoolers! This simple Roll and Cover activity gives young children a hands-on way to practice counting, one-to-one correspondence, and beginning addition. It is easy to prepare, requires only a few materials, and can be adjusted for different skill levels. Use one […]
How to Terminate a Daycare Contract + Sample Letters
Originally Posted September 2016; Updated August 2026 Ending care with a daycare family is one of the hardest parts of running a home daycare. Even when you know termination is the right decision, handing a parent that notice can feel uncomfortable, stressful, and very personal. After more than 15 years of running a home daycare, […]
Space Boy and the Snow Monster Book Review
Space Boy is back! If you aren’t familiar with this children’s book series then today is your lucky day! We’ve got a review (plus a giveaway!) of the newest book, Space Boy and the Snow Monster, in this fun adventure series for kids. I know by the end you’ll love this book and need to add it […]
Tissue Paper Sunflower Craft for Kids
A Simple Summer Flower Craft for Kids! Looking for an easy sunflower craft for preschoolers? This colorful tissue paper sunflower craft is a fun and inexpensive activity that’s perfect for summer, a flower theme, or a plant life unit. With just a few basic craft supplies, children can create a beautiful sunflower while building fine […]
15 Best Fall Picture Books for Preschoolers to Read Aloud
Fall is one of my favorite seasons to explore with preschoolers. Colorful leaves, crisp weather, apple picking, pumpkin patches, and other seasonal changes give young children so much to notice and talk about. Fall picture books are an easy way to bring those experiences into your preschool classroom, home daycare, or family reading time. They […]
Busy Builders, Busy Week – Construction Themed Kids Book
Alright you busy builders! It’s time to check out a new construction themed book for kids! If you are always on the look out for new picture books for kids then you need to keep reading. This new picture book from Jean Reidy is a fun way to learn about the days of the week with a […]
Social Media Etiquette for Daycare Providers
Social media can be a helpful tool for home daycare providers. It allows you to promote your program, share activities with families, connect with other providers, and celebrate the work you do. However, social media also creates privacy and professionalism concerns, especially when your business involves young children. One careless photo, frustrated comment, or screenshot […]
31 Fun Summer Activities for July
It’s July! Are you ready for some fun summer activities for July to do with your kids? Below you will find a month’s worth of fun kids activities that are sure to keep your kids learning and playing all month long! These are our favorite kid’s activities to do in July. From sensory play to […]