Child protective service laws are in place to protect America’s children from abuse and neglect. If it is found that a child is being neglected or abused, they can be temporarily removed from the home and taken into protective custody. ...read more
No matter what your child’s age, every parent wants to encourage their development and help them to reach those important developmental milestones. There are several things that parents can do to help this process along whether it is gross or fine motor development. ...read more
Afterschool care is an important thing when both parents work. You want to make sure that you have the safest and best possible afterschool caregiver to take care of your children while you are working. It’s less clear how much you should pay your afterschool caregiver for watching the children. There a few factors involved in deciding about daycare including how much your budget can afford. ...read more
Child care workers work with children during the early years. There is always demand for good child care workers. Becoming a child care worker requires completion of the right training and education as well as a clean background. It is important to become familiar of the requirements before applying to work in this area. ...read more
If you wish to find child care in your area, look for advertisements for babysitters and nannies in your local paper. Also, look for daycare centers that are near you that provide safe and clean environments. Ask for recommendations as well, from friends and family or community centers that your child visits. ...read more
Your children are likely the most important things in your life. So when the need arises that you have to leave them with someone else, it is a natural reaction to become nervous. However, if you can find a good babysitter that you trust and your children are comfortable with, you can put your mind at ease and begin to remember how life felt before kids! ...read more
Many women are choosing to stay at home with their children while earning an income. Starting an in-home child care service is one of the most popular home businesses for women. Most states require that a child care provider become licensed. In order to become licensed, you must follow certain rules, regulations and procedures. ...read more
One of the most important decisions for parents to make is selecting childcare for their children. Finding the right licensed child care facility is important as the child will be there for eight or more hours a day. In order for parents to find the right child care, the needs of the child and parent need to be taken into consideration. ...read more
Child care can be very costly. Many families find that it is cheaper to stay home and care for the children rather than working to pay for child care services. Before making any decisions about paying for child care services, families and individuals with children should find out how to qualify for free child care from their home state or through their employers. ...read more
Opening a child care center can be a lucrative business, but also costly. It is important to determine all the costs involved in starting and operating one before you decide if yours will be profitable. Here are some important costs to factor in when determining operating costs for a child care center. ...read more
By yikesstripes April 26, 2018
Please do not leave your dear children with this woman! My children have never been so afraid in their lives! She was screaming profanities (the F bomb every third word!) and physically and verbally accosted us. I was at the adjacent schoolyard with my children when she came in cursing and video taping because our dog was off leash for all of 60 seconds. We had come to this school to teach her how to heel with a bicycle, so we had no intention of keeping her off leash, we were just transferring the leash to another bike. She was foaming at the mouth angry, told us she had the right to issue tickets and that it was a criminal offense(untrue). We immediately thought it would be in our best interest to just leave and she intercepted us (both my children were sobbing and begging her to leave us alone at this point). She then pushed my daughter,who had my dog on a leash and was trying to get away, pinned my dog down , and took a picture of her tags! We kept running from her and she chased us all the way home, yelling profanities and yelling, "How do you like it that your mom is a criminal! How do you like having a mom who breaks the law!" We actually had to call the police, for the first time ever on a neighbor, because her level of aggression scared us. Anyone who shoves a (sobbing already because she is terrified) child and uses that horrible language, and is clearly not in a healthy head space, is not someone to entrust your child to! ...read more
By Haley Jane February 29, 2016
Our 3-year-old daughter has attended Shannon’s for 7 months now and we would be at a loss if we didn’t have Shannon and her crew. I toured several full time daycares/preschools before choosing Shannon’s. Actually our daughter demanded that she go there after she toured it with us. The initial factors that led us to her is her style of teaching and beliefs surrounding learning through play and emotional development while providing needed structure/routine, teaching independence and the amazing outdoor play area that really encompasses Montessori’s theory. Shannon structures their learning environment by following the children’s lead.. whatever they show an interest in at that time. I’ve shown up unannounced at various times of the day and am always impressed. Whether it’s story time, nap time, meal time. Shannon makes home cooked nutritious and filling meals which is especially important to the parents who work long days and dinner can be difficult. One time I showed up unannounced in late morning and Shannon was carrying a shelf from the upstairs storage because the kids were looking for a house for their super heroes. When I came back later that afternoon the kids had made the shelf their own with the super heroes swinging inside. Little things like that really impress the kids and they all seem to have a great nurturing relationship with Shannon and the girls. In fact, when I come to pick up our daughter she usually always asks to say “just a little bit longer”. Emotional development at this age is vital and that is Shannon’s expertise. I’ve witnessed my daughter and other children have an age-appropriate disagreement and I’ve taken pointers from how she manages it… she provides guidance to the children on how to problem solve issues with each other. Her communication with us has always been easy, open, and honest. Other pros is their dog Tucker and the occasional get together where can you meet the other parents. It’s not just a daycare but a nurturing school for all ages of the children. ...read more
By Haley Jane February 29, 2016
Our 3-year-old daughter has attended Shannon’s for 7 months now and we would be at a loss if we didn’t have Shannon and her crew. I toured several full time daycares/preschools before choosing Shannon’s. Actually our daughter demanded that she go there after she toured it with us. The initial factors that led us to her is her style of teaching and beliefs surrounding learning through play and emotional development while providing needed structure/routine, teaching independence and the amazing outdoor play area that really encompasses Montessori’s theory. Shannon structures their learning environment by following the children’s lead.. whatever they show an interest in at that time. I’ve shown up unannounced at various times of the day and am always impressed. Whether it’s story time, nap time, meal time. Shannon makes home cooked nutritious and filling meals which is especially important to the parents who work long days and dinner can be difficult. One time I showed up unannounced in late morning and Shannon was carrying a shelf from the upstairs storage because the kids were looking for a house for their super heroes. When I came back later that afternoon the kids had made the shelf their own with the super heroes swinging inside. Little things like that really impress the kids and they all seem to have a great nurturing relationship with Shannon and the girls. In fact, when I come to pick up our daughter she usually always asks to say “just a little bit longer”. Emotional development at this age is vital and that is Shannon’s expertise. I’ve witnessed my daughter and other children have an age-appropriate disagreement and I’ve taken pointers from how she manages it… she provides guidance to the children on how to problem solve issues with each other. Her communication with us has always been easy, open, and honest. Other pros is their dog Tucker and the occasional get together where can you meet the other parents. It’s not just a daycare but a nurturing school for all ages of the children. ...read more
Contact us at (971) 361-4925 in Portland, OR, for more information on the benefits to your pet of our doggie daycare and dog boarding. ...read more
By Gabriel Park N Bark Doggy Daycare May 29, 2015
When it comes to caring for your children, no one does it better than Catherine Kemper. From her work with preschool children to after school childcare, you can trust that she has all your bases covered. Call now for more information. When your work hours keep piling up, turn to Fun in Fundamentals for the affordable childcare you need. Owner Catherine Kemper aims for all children in her care to have a fun day where learning and playing are a top priorities. Your child will always feel safe and comfortable here. Trust that your child will be showered with loads of love and attention, along with lots of daily fun activities.Your children will even learn to respect themselves and their peers. Do you need educational childcare services? We can help. Bring your children to Fun in Fundamentals for the high-quality care your children deserve. Catherine aims to keep the FUN in the fundamentals of learning. She emphasizes creative learning through a daily structured program. You child will be preparing for school through learning activities. When you bring your children to Catherine, you can trust that your experience will be worry-free. Get in touch now to schedule an appointment. When your child comes to Fun in Fundamentals for after-school childcare, you can trust that they're always in the best of hands. Are you looking for after-school childcare services? You're in the right place. You'll get the affordable childcare services you need without ever going over your budget. You never have to worry about your children when you leave them with Catherine Kemper. She has the experience and education you require in a childcare provider. High-quality childcare! We proudly serve Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, and the surrounding areas. Get in touch with us now for more information. In 1995, Catherine Kemper graduated from Oregon State University with a Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences and an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. ...read more
By Fun In Fundamentals January 07, 2015
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