In 1972, Lincoln native Mary Ann Shallcross Smith was a new mother to her first child, Keith. She made a decision that allowed her to stay home with her baby and eventually helped change the face of child care in Rhode Island. Mary Ann opened a home child care service. She enrolled in courses in early childhood and education to better serve children and families, and in 1995 earned her doctorate degree in Education (Ed.D.), Leadership and Human Development Studies from Nova Southeastern University. Today, most know Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith, Ed.D, as “Dr. Day Care.” They might not know … [Read more...]
Children’s Graduation book by first time author
Written by Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith and illustrated by Rebecca Compton. Looking for the perfect graduation gift? Edgar Graduates is perfect for graduates of any age. Local author, Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith, CEO & President of Dr. Day Care Learning Center, Kids Klub, and Therapeutic Child Care Services recently self-published and authored a children’s book, Edgar Graduates. This children’s book is about Edgar, a young elephant preparing for preschool graduation. Edgar thinks back on his first milestones, such as learning to talk, potty training, and learning his ABC’s and … [Read more...]
Additional supports for children in childcare
Please help! My son has been kicked out of three child care centers and he is only three years old! His teachers tell me each time that he is a handful to care for. I am a full time working mother and I cannot afford to stay home with him. I am also concerned that his behavior issues are not typical. His older brother who is 9 years old is having similar problems and I am getting reports from his after school program that he could possibly be asked to leave the program. Are there any programs available to children with behavior issues to help parents like me? Signed, Frustrated … [Read more...]
