Public Service Announcements
April 2005
CHILD CARE TIPS FOR PARENTS
PSA #1 - What happens on a rainy day at
child care when outside play is not possible? Good child care providers
plan ways to keep children busy indoors. They plan such things as circle
games, art activities, making and playing toy musical instruments, and
many other activities. This should not include much time spent watching
television, videos, or playing computer games.
The Penn State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program
has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child
care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at:
www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #2 - Find out what activities are on
the daily schedule for your child at child care. Many caregivers do simple
cooking activities with children. Science activities and simple experiments
are fun. Some have indoor play areas with climbing equipment for active
children when they cannot play outdoors.
The Penn State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program
has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child
care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at:
www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #3 - Time for imaginary play should
be included at child care. Children learn a lot from using their imagination
to act out a favorite story, draw pictures of the characters, or make
puppets to tell the story. A few props, some art materials, and even some
empty cardboard cartons can help children be creative.
The Penn State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program
has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child
care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at:
www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #4 -In good weather children need
to spend time outdoors each day. They can learn about the world around
them. It is healthy for them to be out in the fresh air and to exercise.
Parents, see if your child’s provider has scheduled outdoor activities
daily.
The Penn State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program
has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child
care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at:
www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #5 - Outdoor activities at child care
can include nature walks, organized games, art activities, story times,
and music activities. Children also need some free time to run, look around,
and explore the yard. Play equipment and riding toys provide exercise
and fun. Does your child’s caregiver provide these types of activities?
The Penn State University Cooperative Extension Better Kid Care Program
has information on children's issues for early childhood educators, child
care providers, and parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at:
www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.
PSA #6 - Parents, are you looking for some
things to do with your child? Would you like some new recipes for snacks?
All these and more are found on the Better Kid Care Web site on the Internet.
Go to
www.betterkidcare.psu.edu
for information for parents and child care providers on many children’s
issues, as well as links to other sites with information about children,
including the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Web site at:
www.dpw.state.pa.us/Child/
Nancy Wilson, Better Kid Care Program Specialist
Penn State Better Kid Care Program
253 Easterly Parkway
State College, PA 16801
email:
naw6@psu.edu
Phone: 814-863-5880
Fax: 814-865-7893
