As summer is in full swing and the school year is officially behind us, it’s the perfect time to add some fresh, engaging activities to your dayhome. Plus don’t forget our annual Summer Challenge, where providers can track their hours spent outside and be entered in to win some cool prizes from ADSN.Â
Check out July’s NEW RELEASES, including our new Interviewing Questions for Parents Guidebook, which is this month’s FEATURED FREEBIE.Â
JULY 2024 NEW RELEASES
Children's Rhyme & Song Book
Our Rhyme & Song Book is a delightful collection of classic rhymes and songs that will bring joy and learning to your dayhome. Singing and reciting rhymes is a fantastic way to develop language skills, rhythm, and memory in young children, but do you ever forget the words? No sweat – with this song and rhyme book, we’ve covered a variety of songs and action rhymes that you can use within your dayhome program.
WAYS TO USE THIS RESOURCE
Group Time: Start or end your day with a rhyme or song from the book, encouraging children to sing along and learn new words.
Transition Times: Use a rhyme or song to signal transitions between activities, making it easier for children to shift from one task to another.
Routines: Incorporate specific rhymes or songs into daily routines, such as cleanup time, snack time, or nap time, to create a sense of structure and predictability.
Farmer's Market Dramatic Play
Bring the excitement of a bustling market to your dayhome with our Farmers Market Dramatic Play set. This resource includes printable produce, price tags, and role-play accessories, allowing children to explore the roles of farmers, vendors, and customers.
WAYS TO USE THIS RESOURCE
Dramatic Play Corner: Set up a dedicated space in your dayhome where children can engage in role-playing as they buy and sell fruits and vegetables.
Math Skills: Incorporate basic math skills by using the price tags to practice counting money and making change.
Nutrition Education: Teach children about different fruits and vegetables, discussing their benefits and encouraging healthy eating habits.
Summer Busy Book
Keep little hands and minds active with our Summer Busy Book, filled with engaging activities tailored for the season. From puzzles and coloring pages to matching games and mazes, this book offers a variety of fun exercises to keep children entertained and learning.
WAYS TO USE THIS RESOURCE
Independent Play: Provide the Summer Busy Book during quiet times or free play to encourage independent learning and concentration.
Group Activities: Use the book for group activities where children can collaborate and help each other solve puzzles or complete tasks.
Travel Companion: Take the Summer Busy Book on trips or outings to keep children occupied and engaged on the go.
Interviewing Questions for Parents
Our Featured Freebie this month is a set of Interview Questions for Parents.
This tool provides parents with a comprehensive list of questions to ask when interviewing dayhomes, ensuring they gather all the necessary information to choose the best care for their children.
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