Monday and Tuesday were filled with review of letters and sounds, shapes and numbers, and lots of hugs and cuddles as we talked about our Christmas celebrations. The music center was the new addition this week. Maracas, xylophones, bells, rhythm sticks, keyboard, and drums together made for some “lovely” music. LOL Wednesday was a day of play, play, play.
This last week in 2008 we finally had a suitable climate to allow us to play in our new back yard. The children had so much fun discovering their new play area. It has truly been fun this month with each and every new introduction of our new daycare and surroundings. But alas our first day out was not without incident. Poor Bryce cut his finger on “something” and I had to call Daddy. No stitches but enough to be a bit of an Ouch! I think I was more upset than anyone for it having happened in the first place on my watch.
Each January 1st I am required to update my handbook and obtain from each child’s parent an acknowledgement of receiving that handbook as well as a new enrollment form. These documents were emailed but are also posted on the blog in the left menu under Web Albums. This is also the time I ask for an updated immunization record for each child. Please return all forms and record by January 15th.
To all parents of two year olds or those about to be two years old: Don’t forget to work with you child at home with the potty training. We are going to make this a focus early in January. Potty training must start at home, though, with regular trips to the potty, frequent talk and reminders. Please let me know if you think your child is ready and if you have started the effort at home first.
Please remember to bring your art folders back on Monday. We have a fun month planned for January entitled “Nursery Rhymes – A World Of Make Believe”. Our color will be blue with Color Day on the 14th. I hope to have all our pictures for 2008 posted over the New Year holidays.
Have a safe and Happy New Year. God bless you and your families.
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Grandma's Philosophy
Research shows at least 80 percent of a child's brain development occurs by age three & as much as 30% of that brain capacity can be lost without a nurturing environment that encourages learning during those early years. The first years bring "doors of opportunity” that open a child’s life forever. Working hand-in-hand with parents, we provide a balanced mix of love, playtime, rest, devotions and learning activities, always striving to foster self-esteem, in a Christian focused environment as our little ones walk through these early doors of opportunity.
About Grandma
I strive to honor God in everything I do. I enjoy motorcycles, motorboats and scuba diving. I love my husband and my family and I adore my grandchildren. I have always had a heart for children. If children are around, I'm frequently the one on the floor playing with them. After 20+ years in HR, Accounting & Office Management, I chose a self employed venue in child care with aspirations of making a difference in the lives of children. I am a certified Professional Child Care Administrator licensed with the TDPRS to care for twelve children, ages infant thru pre-kindergarten. I employ one full-time assistant. I love my job but it's hard to let go when it's time for the children to move on. Even though they are not my grandchildren, I bond with them as if they were. Alas, tis the nature of the business. But if I can instill in them an excitement for learning, sow a few Godly seeds in their lives, if they can see Jesus thru me, it's certainly worth it.
About Ms Meagan
Megan has worked with children for many years both in the day school and Bible school environment. After trying her hand as a Paralegal, she decided to change her career path, go back to school and is now enrolled in college courses both on-line and at night at a local community college. Megan is focusing on a degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development. Working here at GHD will provide her opportunities of practical application and she likes the aspect that it will allow her time to work on her studies while the children are napping. She anticipates staying with us for three years while she continues her studies and then pursues a career in the field of Early Childhood Education. I’m thrilled with the direction God has led me in finding Megan.
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