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Resource: Try the Conscious Discipline Calming Technique ‘S.T.A.R.’

Invite children to “Breathe with me…” and practice the S.T.A.R. active calming technique with this cute and easy to assemble breathing tool made from a file folder! This download includes templates and instructions to make a star with a mouth you can move as you breathe. Make ‘n Take S.T.A.R. AGE Ages 2 (with help) and up HELPS WITH Self-regulation Active calming Deep breathing Fussing and fits Self-control Emotional intelligence Social-emotional learning USE Classroom Parent … Read more

Easy Ways to Help Your Child Develop Their Problem-Solving Skills

Helping your child develop their problem-solving skills problem-solving skills is important for developing critical thinking skills. Problem-solving skills also provide children with a foundation for decision making, logical reasoning, categorizing, negotiation, and creativity. Tips for supporting your child’s problem-solving skills: Use everyday moments Ask open-ended questions Read books and tell stories Model problem-solving   Here are some activities you can enjoy at home with your child to support the development of their problem-solving skills: Infants Play … Read more

How to Support Your Child’s Social-Emotional Development

Also referred to as childhood mental health, social and emotional development involves a child’s ability to experience and appropriately express a range of emotions. Social emotional development also includes how a child develops healthy relationships with others and actively explores their environment.   How can you support your child’s social and emotional development? May 21st is World Baking Day! Below are some baking-themed activities you can do with your child to support their social and … Read more

Pregnancy Crisis Center – free confidential services for prospective mothers & their babies

The Pregnancy Crisis Center is a nonprofit, nonsectarian, non-political community service offering free confidential services to help prospective mothers and their babies, regardless of marital status, religion, race, or sexual orientation. All services are free and confidential. Client Services Free pregnancy test with immediate results. Help resolve fears and problems of unplanned pregnancies. Referrals for medical care, social services and housing. Referrals for adoption, financial needs and continuing education. Free counseling for the mother and father. … Read more

Search for Your Provider in DCF’s Database

Provider profiles contain all relevant information pertaining to a child care provider: Name, address, license number, provider type, capacity, days and hours of operation and services offered. Also included in the providers profile are the inspections from the last three years. Inspections with a red dot represent an inspection with a finding of non-compliance.  Provider Search