Featured Rhyme
Bubbles
I'm going to blow a bubble,
Watch me while I blow,
See it's getting bigger,
Watch it grow and grow.
Do you think it's big enough?
Maybe I should stop.
For if I give another blow,
My bubble - it may pop!
--Traditional, adapted
Featured Materials for Childcare Providers and Parents:
Picture Books about Going to Childcare
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C.A.R.E. Kits:
Children Are Reading Everywhere
Outreach Library Service for Home Childcare and Preschool Sites
C.A.R.E. Kits are rotating collections of books and early literacy information for small home childcare and preschool sites in Benton County. Each month a site receives 25-30 picture and board books, a parenting or early childhood book or magazine, and early literacy information. Trained volunteers will provide participating sites a storytime visit each month.
The C.A.R.E. Kit program is free of charge. All participants of the C.A.R.E. Kit program will need to attend Early Literacy training prior to receiving C.A.R.E. Kits.
For more information, please contact Youth Services, 541-766-6794, or email Youth Services.
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Childcare Resources Online
Babysitter Checklist- from WorkingMom.com
A printable worksheet for leaving important information with the babysitter.
Child Care Services & Programs - Oregon State University
Information on child care services and programs at Oregon State University and within the local community.
Family Connections
Family Connections supports families of Linn and Benton counties by providing information for parents and child care providers about child care regulations, child care referrals, parenting education classes, and trainings for child care providers.
National Association for the Education of Young Children
NAEYC is committed to promoting the well-being and education of children from birth to age 8. Search for accredited child care and preschools for your child. Information for teachers, parents, and policy makers.
National Network for Childcare
Provides access to practical information and resources that will be useful to you in your everyday work with children.
National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Childcare
A parent's guide to choosing safe and healthy childcare for their children.
Oregon Child Care Resource & Referral Network
Includes a searchable database for Oregon child care.
Selecting a Child-Care Facility
Tips for selecting a child care facility from the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension.
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