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How to Find a Quality Summer Program
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How to Find a Quality Summer Program
February 13, 2023
If you are looking for a sign to start your search for summer care, here it is! At Child Care Answers, we have been busy finding ways to support you. Last year, we shared four tips for finding a quality summer program, and they certainly still hold true. This year, we partnered with the Indiana […]
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Bored kids? Explore board games!
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Bored kids? Explore board games!
April 14, 2022
Power of Play

Power of Play
March 11, 2022
Summer Camps and Care: Get Ready for Summer 2022!
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Summer Camps and Care: Get Ready for Summer 2022!
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Bedtime and Sleep

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Preschool and School Age Play and Learning
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Understanding Behaviors and Emotions
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Summer Break: Activities to Keep your School-ager Engaged
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How to Find a Quality Summer Program
If you are looking for a sign to start your search for summer care, here it is! At Child Care Answers, we have been busy finding ways to support you. Last year, we shared four tips for finding a quality summer program, and they certainly still hold true. This year, we partnered with the Indiana […]
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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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Power of Play
Create a lasting impact through play Play is not only critical to healthy brain development, but it’s also how children learn to engage with and respond to others. It allows them to use their creativity, develop their imagination, and strengthen their critical thinking. In the resources below, you’ll learn about the lasting impact of play-based […]
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Summer Camps and Care: Get Ready for Summer 2022!
Warm weather, pool days, ice cream cones – OH MY! Summer is right around the corner, and it is time to start planning for your school-ager’s summer care. It may feel early, but summer camps and care programs fill up fast! Consider these tips as you choose summer care for your school-ager: Ask your school-ager […]
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STEM Play and Learning
Foster a sense of wonder and imagination through STEM. Play is critical to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) development in young children. It allows them to use their curiosity to develop critical thinking skills, take thoughtful risks, experiment with the scientific process, and ask questions. In the resources below, you’ll learn about the lasting […]
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Math Play & Learning
Practicing math skills through play Play is critical to mathematical development in young children. It allows them to use their curiosity and creativity, develop critical thinking skills, engage with others to solve problems, and strengthen focused attention. In the resources below, you’ll learn about the lasting impact of play-based learning on mathematical development and how […]
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Bedtime and Sleep
Bedtime Basics Sleep is more important than you may think. The average kid has a busy day – playing, school, sports and activities, and doing homework. By the end of the day, your child’s body needs a break. Your child’s brain and body are growing while they sleep. Establishing healthy sleep habits From infants and […]
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Language Development
The Power of Language Talking and listening to your child is one of the best ways to support them during the critical brain-building years. Because language is foundational to all other areas of development, simple conversations (talking and listening to your child), reading, and labeling things in your child’s environment are some of the best […]
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Preschool and School Age Play and Learning
Create a lasting impact through play Play is not only critical to healthy brain development, but it’s also how children learn to engage with and respond to others. It allows them to use their creativity, develop their imagination, and strengthen their critical thinking. In the resources below, you’ll learn about the lasting impact of play-based […]
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Responding to Preschool & School-Age Behaviors
When behaviors become challenging One of the biggest challenges parents face is managing difficult or defiant behavior. Whether your child is refusing to put on their shoes or throwing full-blown tantrums, you can find yourself at a loss for an effective way to respond. Behavioral therapy techniques can provide a roadmap to calmer, more consistent […]
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Understanding Behaviors and Emotions
The Science Behind Your Child’s Behaviors Your child is upset–throwing a full blown tantrum in the middle of the grocery store. You ask yourself “Why are they acting like this?! Can’t we have a peaceful trip to the store?” Understanding what your child is going through and why they act the way they act will […]
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Transition to School
Ensure success on day one and beyond Change can be hard, but it’s easier when you have a hand to hold. We’re here to help make the transition of your school-ager to school a positive experience. Below you will find a variety of helpful resources to help set your child up for success as they […]
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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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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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Closing the summer learning gap
by Jenny Mathis, School Age Specialist In the blink of an eye, the school year is over and another summer is before you. The majority of us out there are working parents, and we often have a hard balance to achieve in the summer: keeping kids safe, enriching their learning, and seeing that they have an […]
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Helping your Child Prepare for Going Back to School
by Jenny Mathis, School Age Specialist As a mom of a thirteen year old, I understand the struggle that can ensue after a long summer of staying up late, sleeping in late, and having little to no structure to the day. Like the rest of the parents out there, I recognize the potential stress that […]