Clever Connections Childcare
We have a very large back yard with plenty of outdoor toys and a play center for small children. Children will never be left outside unattended and boundaries will be set for areas that children will be expected to respect. Play will not be admitted in the front yard at any time, due the busy street. All of our toys will be taken care of and other outdoor items (grills, lawnmowers, etc) will be inaccessible to children. In the spring and summer months the children and I will have a special garden where we plant, maintain, and harvest flowers and fruits/vegetables.
In the summer months, we will occasionally play outdoors in a sprinkler or with other water toys. Please provide swimwear for your children to keep at my home. If sunscreen other that what I provide is desired, parents must provide it.
Outdoor Play
Water Play
Sunscreen & Insect Repellent
I provide sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 & Off Family insect repellent for all children over 6 months of age in my care to use. Sunscreen is used every time we go outdoors. If your child requires a special sunscreen or insect repellent, I ask that there be a labeled supply kept at my house so that I can apply it as necessary.
Housing Cleaning
My house is not always spotless. My main concern is the care of the children. I clean my house during Rest Time, if all are asleep, and during non-business hours. The children will help pick up toys throughout the day.
My Curriculum
My curriculum is a child centered curriculum. It is one that builds upon the interests of the children and can change from day to day depending on the direction of the children’s play. This approach embraces the uniqueness and individual learning styles of each child. Will participate in learning times which is suitable for children ages 1-5.
My role within this curriculum includes:
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Asking thoughtful questions
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Careful observation of play to determine interests and skills
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The curriculum areas represented include:
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Large and small motor development
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Math and science activities
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Tactile and sensory exploration
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Personal and social development
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Pre-reading and writing
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Dramatic play and creative expression
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Learning centers that promote child/material directed activities
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Music, rhythm and movement appreciation
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Love of books
