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The Flu: Tips and Resources
Coughs, sneezes, and runny noses- these are all common this time of year, especially in childcare programs. I have friends and family who have been affected this year by the flu, and in each program...
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Let’s Talk… Coaching
Growing up, I was one of those kids who folks said couldn’t walk and chew gum at the same time, so I can’t say I had a lot of experience with sports. But somehow I brought into the world four...
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If it’s too good to be true….
I was recently shown a new type of infant crib bumper that was made of “breathable mesh” and on the packaging stated that it had been “approved by pediatricians.” The packaging also said that the...
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Let’s Talk… Remember the School Agers
‘Tis the season!! For colder weather, gift giving, busier than normal schedules, and school breaks (both scheduled and weather imposed) that find many of our programs infiltrated with “big kids”…...
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Pinterest Fail
Most of you have probably heard the phrase “Pinterest Fail” in the last few years, and some of you have probably experienced some yourself. It’s easy to find something on Pinterest or another website...
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Let’s Talk… Sense of Wonder
Take a look at the photograph for this post… what do you see? Probably the first thing you notice is a warm, sunny beach, especially as we here in Iowa head into the long, cold, dreary months of...
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Smart 911
I was fortunate to be able to attend the Iowa Children and Youth in Disasters Summit on Friday, September 22nd. The summit was sponsored by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and...
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Last Minute Trick or Treat Reminders
Your favorite super hero, princess, monster, or witch is anxiously awaiting trick or treat night, and you’re just as anxious to see them show off their costume! Each community has different...
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Let’s Talk…Water Play & Summer Safety
Water play is a way to keep cool and have fun during late summer’s heat and humidity. Guest blogger Jamie Smith, ISU Environmental Rating Scale Assessor, shares important considerations when staying...
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Let’s Talk…Diversity Discussion (Infants & Toddlers)
Guest blogger Jamie Smith, ISU Environmental Rating Scale Assessor, continues her discussion on diversity. I often hear providers and teachers say that they struggle to discuss diversity with infants...
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Let’s Talk… It’s Clean-up Time (Part 2)
Guest blogger Kris Corrigan, Early Childhood Specialist and ERS Assessor returns with tips and strategies for clean-up time. Now that your classroom is organized and you have decided on a clean-up...
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Let’s Talk… It’s Clean-up Time (Part 1)
It’s the start of the new school year – a time of transition for many children in child care and their caregivers. Guest blogger Kris Corrigan, Early Childhood Specialist and ERS Assessor explores...
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Let’s Talk…Enrollment Forms
Shannon Wilson, Early Childhood Specialist, concludes our special two week focus on the importance of getting to know families by suggesting a form to include in your enrollment packet. Nestled among...
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Let’s Talk… Getting to Know Families
Early Childhood Specialist Shannon Wilson continues our special two week focus by sharing some everyday tips on getting to know families. Every day you see families drop off and pick up the children in...
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Let’s Talk… Welcoming Families
Early Childhood Specialist Shannon Wilson kicks off a two week special focus on getting to know new (and seasoned) families in your program this fall. A new child has just enrolled in your program....
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Let’s Talk… Telephone Play
Many moons ago I had an opportunity to learn just how important telephone play can be in the life of a little one. No, this isn’t a 911 story… it’s the story of a little girl trying to navigate...
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Let’s Talk… Food for Thought
Guest blogger Kris Corrigan, Early Childhood Specialist and ERS Assessor, invites us to revisit the idea of cooking with children! As many early childhood educators, I have idea books that I revisit...
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Let’s Talk… Sing, Sing a Song
Guest blogger Jamie Smith, ISU Environmental Rating Scale Assessor, shares the importance of singing, regardless of your tune! Are you a musical person? Are you comfortable singing? I think many...
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Let’s Talk… Babies and Science
Science? What comes to mind? Elaborate equations, glass beakers, Bunsen burners? Or maybe you’ve come to be more open minded about science from an early childhood perspective so think of science as...
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Let’s Talk . . . Trash
Any time of year is a good time to de-clutter in our homes and work places. In the child care setting, it’s good practice to keep things circulating – like the toys and books that we rotate through our...
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