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PSA #1 - What happens on a rainy day at child care when outside play is not possible? Good child care providers plan ways to keep children busy indoors. They plan such things as circle games, art activities, making and playing toy musical instruments, and many other activities. This should not include much time spent watching television, videos, or playing computer games.
The Pennsylvania State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at: www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #2 - Find out what activities are on the daily schedule for your child at child care. Many caregivers do simple cooking activities with children. Science activities and simple experiments are fun. Some have indoor play areas with climbing equipment for active children when they cannot play outdoors.
The Pennsylvania State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at: www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #3 - Time for imaginary play should be included at child care. Children learn a lot from using their imagination to act out a favorite story, draw pictures of the characters, or make puppets to tell the story. A few props, some art materials, and even some empty cardboard cartons can help children be creative.
The Pennsylvania State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at: www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #4 - In good weather children need to spend time outdoors each day. They can learn about the world around them. It is healthy for them to be out in the fresh air and to exercise. Parents, see if your child's provider has scheduled outdoor activities daily.
The Pennsylvania State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at: www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #5 - Outdoor activities at child care can include nature walks, organized games, art activities, story times, and music activities. Children also need some free time to run, look around, and explore the yard. Play equipment and riding toys provide exercise and fun. Does your child's caregiver provide these types of activities?
The Pennslvania State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at: www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #6 - Parents, are you looking for some things to do with your child? Would you like some new recipes for snacks? All these and more are found on the Better Kid Care Web site at www.betterkidcare.psu.edu to find those things and much more. For other child care information, go to the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Web site at www.dpw.state.us/Child/.