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Activity Ideas

Happy Holidays?
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Pre-K Preschool School Age

Happy Holidays?
December 9, 2022
Oftentimes, we have high hopes for the holidays. We want to go to all places and do all the things. Just imagine it now – Mariah Carey setting the tone as you are sipping cocoa by the fire, and your little ones are quietly crafting at the table. It will be cozy, magical, and perfect, […]
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Process Art Tips and Tricks from a Former Teacher
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Preschool Providers School Age

Process Art Tips and Tricks from a Former Teacher
July 18, 2022
We are all immigrants – learning about ourselves and our neighbors
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We are all immigrants – learning about ourselves and our neighbors
June 16, 2022
Celebrating Pride Together
Activity Ideas Community Families Inclusion Preschool School Age

Celebrating Pride Together
June 6, 2022

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Road trip! Tips for Vacations with Children
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Preschool School Age

Road trip! Tips for Vacations with Children
May 15, 2022
Bored kids? Explore board games!
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Pre-K Preschool School Age

Bored kids? Explore board games!
April 14, 2022
Making a House a Home with Family Projects
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Making a House a Home with Family Projects
November 16, 2021
Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
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Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
June 7, 2021
Summer Break: Activities to Keep your School-ager Engaged
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Summer Break: Activities to Keep your School-ager Engaged
May 4, 2021
Inspiring your preschoolers to be readers and artists
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Inspiring your preschoolers to be readers and artists
February 22, 2021
Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
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Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
December 9, 2020
Healthy Eating and Cooking with Children
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Healthy Eating and Cooking with Children
March 16, 2018
A provider’s view on food and the CACFP program
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A provider’s view on food and the CACFP program
March 13, 2017
STEM Activities for Toddlers
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STEM Activities for Toddlers
January 30, 2017
Teaching Children the Art of Giving
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Teaching Children the Art of Giving
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Happy Holidays?
Oftentimes, we have high hopes for the holidays. We want to go to all places and do all the things. Just imagine it now – Mariah Carey setting the tone as you are sipping cocoa by the fire, and your little ones are quietly crafting at the table. It will be cozy, magical, and perfect, […]
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Process Art Tips and Tricks from a Former Teacher
I have always found a purpose in art. The creative process provides me with time to think and space to express my feelings; but it wasn’t always that way! Being a bit of a perfectionist, it was hard to let go of the “cookie-cutter” crafts. I wanted so badly to be good at art that […]
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We are all immigrants - learning about ourselves and our neighbors
The United States is truly a melting pot. Central Indiana is becoming more diverse each year, bringing richness of experience and culture to our lives. As we celebrate National Immigrant Heritage Month this June, what does it mean for you and your family? What can we learn about our own immigrant heritage? What can we […]
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Celebrating Pride Together
Pride is a time of celebration and an opportunity to increase awareness of LGBTQIA+ identity and community. It is important to take moments throughout the month to celebrate diversity together. For young children, this may look like conversations about similarities and differences or simply making observations about their own self. Regardless, we encourage you to […]
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Road trip! Tips for Vacations with Children
“Are we there yet?” is the phrase I hear over and over in the car – even for a quick five minute drive. So, call me surprised when I hardly heard this during our 11 hour drive to and from the beach for spring break. My kids are four and eight, and this is only […]
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Bored kids? Explore board games!
“I’m boorrrred!” Is that a common refrain in your household? As much as I know how important outdoor play is for young children, let’s be real. Sometimes you just have to give up the fight, especially when you have kids like mine that melt in the sun and arrive back home from an outdoor play […]
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Making a House a Home with Family Projects
by Family & Communty Engagement Manager, Tom Taylor, and his wife, Jami This November, we will celebrate five years of living in our current home. This is the longest we’ve lived in one place since marrying in 2012. Our house is small and quirky and not in a perfect location, but we’ve been able to […]
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Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
By Jamie Le Sesne Spears, M.Ed., Family Engagement Specialist Summer is filled with opportunities for children and adults to play outdoors. When children begin to explore and interact with nature, these outdoor opportunities begin to transform into learning experiences. Benefits of nature play Natural learning happens when young children play in and with nature. In fact, nature play is beneficial not only for physical growth but […]
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Summer Break: Activities to Keep your School-ager Engaged
by Jamie Le Sesne Spears, M.Ed, Family Engagement Specialist  By now, your children are counting down the days to summer break! They are likely excited for a change and to spend time with family.  For parents and caregivers, it can be stressful filling long summer days with engaging activities.  Brainstorm with your child As you plan your summer schedule and activities, ask your school-ager what […]
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Inspiring your preschoolers to be readers and artists
by Jamie Le Sesne Spears, Family Engagement Specialist Even before your little one can read, their journey to becoming a reader begins with you! Story time is more than just fun for children; reading aloud is an essential part of supporting literacy and developing language skills. Encouraging your preschooler to participate in story time The […]
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Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
by Lauren George, Family Support Specialist Children are explorers and inventors who learn by doing. Play gives children an opportunity to develop and practice new skills at their own pace by following their unique interests. With hundreds and hundreds of options in the store, and thousands online, choosing toys should be easy, right?  The toys […]
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Healthy Eating and Cooking with Children
by Molly Manley, Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Coordinator Looking for a way to learn and grow with your kids, while also promoting healthy eating? Get on your aprons, and get ready to whip up something delicious with your children or those in your care. Cooking with children can promote lifetime skills such […]
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A provider's view on food and the CACFP program
by Emily Barrow, CACFP Child Nutrition Professional March 12th-18th is National Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) week. To celebrate, here’s a peek into the work that we do every day at Child Care Answers, sponsoring providers throughout Central Indiana. Proper nutrition during the early stages of childhood ensures appropriate development and reduces physical […]
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STEM Activities for Toddlers
by Rachel Lee George, Paths To QUALITY™ Coach with Infant and Toddler Emphasis Let’s face it – the struggle is real. We as adults in general are scared when it comes to thinking of science/math activities to do with toddlers. The word “science” is scary. We aren’t scientists. And, math…well, I can only speak for myself, but, […]
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Teaching Children the Art of Giving
by Kristin Cofield, Paths to QUALITY Coach Four year old Kennisyn overheard a conversation between her parents discussing donating to the United Way of Central Indiana. Kennisyn chimed in and told her parents that she would like to donate also. Each day for one week, Kennisyn took money from her pink piggy bank to school […]
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Sensory Activity/ Actividad Sensorial
The idea of these is to support the development of pre-writing skills and strengthen fine-motor skills./La idea de estos es para apoyar el desarrollo de las habilidades de pre-escritura y fortalecer las habilidades de motricidad fina.   Materials/ Materiales   Ziploc bags/ bolsas Ziploc   Tape/ Cinta   Hair gel/ gel para el cabello   […]