Do you ever wonder what to do to help children learn when you take them outdoors? “Take It Outside” program will help increase your knowledge of research regarding the benefits of outdoor play and time in nature. This is time outside in the winter as well as summer. You will better understand the adult's role in facilitating outdoor play, facilitating unstructured/child initiated play in outdoor spaces, and preparing outdoor play space. Ideas for outdoor play will be provided.
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Prevention of childhood obesity can be addressed in the early childhood years when preferences are established. A positive approach can be that of increasing physical activity everyday! How can we increase physical activity everyday for young children? To do this, it is necessary to understand a bit about how our bodies grow and develop, how body movement and the brain work together, and how, we, as adults, can best teach and provide physical activity opportunities to children in our care.
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Did you know young children are a high risk for food-borne illnesses?You can help protect the children in your care by following proper food handling practices. Safe storing, preparing, and serving of foods is just as important in child care programs as serving a balanced diet. Be informed with this lesson on the basic food safety do’s and don’ts of preparing and handling food.
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Introducing solid foods to infants is an important first step to leading children on a path of healthy and positive eating habits. This lesson shares information and best practices for introducing solids to infants in your care.
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