We are open & safe! We have always been committed to having a clean and safe environment! Now more than ever, our dedication to ensuring a clean learning environment makes us stand apart. What cleaning materials should a child care center use? At a minimum, all daycare centers should follow state licensing requirements. In Rhode Island, this is "Any product used for cleaning, sanitizing and/or disinfecting is approved by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and is used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions." (1.8 Health, Safety, and Nutrition, Section … [Read more...]
Social Story: My school changed after COVID-19
As children start to return to child care centers and schools, it is important to help ease the transition. Children may have many emotions about returning to school. They may not fully understand why there are changes in their school. Some teachers and classmates may not return or there may be new faces in the classroom. All of these changes can be confusing and difficult for children to process. One way to help ease the transition is through social stories. Social stories help guide children through a specific topic. We released a new social story that focuses on acknowledging … [Read more...]
