When: Wednesday, November 2nd, 6:30 – 8:30 PM Where: Parkland Child Development Center
Author: Kelsie Alyssa Thurman
Fall Play Dough Recipes
These fall play dough recipes are inspired by our favorite autumn fragrances. They’re all non-toxic and taste-safe and they all smell FABULOUS! Apple Scented Play dough Recipe 1 cup flour 1/2 cup salt ⅔ cup water ⅓ cup apple sauce ½ teaspoon apple pie spice 2 TB cream of tartar 2 TB oil red food coloring Directions: Add all […]
Oh My! An Erupting Pumpkin!
There is a lot for kids and parents to like about this mini volcano project. Kiddos will love the “eruption” and colorful mess that they can actually help create. Parents will love that making a pumpkin volcano is educational, frugal, quick, and not too messy. Pumpkin Volcano Science Need a chemistry refresher course yourself? No worries! The chemical reaction […]
Provider Newsletter | October 7, 2022
October is Sleep Safe Month October is Safe Sleep Month for children. Following safe sleeping practices with your infant helps protect them from Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID or SIDS) and sleep suffocation. Sleep suffocation is one of the leading causes of infant death in Illinois. There are some simple practices you should follow with […]
Provider Newsletter | September 21, 2022
Our Offices are Now Open to the Public Child Care Resource Service is now to the public. Walk-in hours are as follows: Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tues 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We ask that all visitors wear a mask when entering the CCRS offices. If you are feeling unwell, please stay […]
It’s Scarecrow Time!
This craft is a particular favorite – mostly because it’s so straightforward and requires very little instruction. Seriously, just look at the illustration and the steps become clear. The only real limitation is imagination! Things you’ll need: 1 large roll of brown paper. The number of children you’re working with will determine how many rolls […]
Treat the Tweets
These Homemade Bird Seed Ornaments are easy to make, and your backyard birds will love them. A few simple ingredients are all it takes for this great nature activity. DIY birdseed ornaments are a fun winter project to do with the kids too. What you will need: Cookie Cutters 2.5 cups bird seed 2 packets of unflavored […]
Provider Newsletter | September 7, 2022
Our Offices are Now Open to the Public Child Care Resource Service re-opened to the public on Tuesday, September 6th. Walk-in hours are now as follows: Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tues 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We ask that all visitors wear a mask when entering the CCRS offices. If you are feeling […]
S’mores Galores!
Fall means toasting marshmallows, hot cocoa and families together having some family time. Making S’Mores is already a classic family activity – we all know that! – but how about breathing some new life into the classics? Check out this great list for some treats that are sure to become one of your new family […]
Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship
Are you working or have you ever worked in early childhood education?Are you interested in getting additional educational credentials or an undergraduate degree in early childhood education?Then don’t delay, check out the… Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity (ECACE) Scholarship ECACE scholarships are available for undergraduate education at participating Illinois colleges and universities and can […]