The Essentials

Basic, practical information for your family child care program

Family child care homes are a vital part of child care, serving nearly 3 million children in the United States. This book lays the groundwork family child care providers need to run a successful program in a warm, welcoming setting for children and their families. Find out more about how to
- Develop and manage a well-organized family child care program
- Nurture children’s learning and development in multiage groups
- Intentionally use positive guidance and encourage healthy social interactions
- Foster strong partnerships with families
- Balance your personal and professional needs Expand your knowledge and skills with the guidance in this resource to effectively offer the highest quality early care and education to children ages birth through 8.

Presents helpful information for all family child care providers including tips and strategies to help develop and manage a well-organised business; ways to maximize dual-use spaces and enhance learning materials and routines; guidelines and tips to help balance home and professional needs; and creative ideas to boost children's learning.Helpful information for all family child care providers including:

• Tips and strategies to help develop and manage a well-organized business
• Ways to maximize dual-use spaces and enhance learning materials and routines
• Guidelines and tips to help balance home and professional needs
• Creative ideas to boost children’s learning
• Practical information to help you build positive and meaningful relationships with families

Expand your knowledge and skills to meet the needs of children and their families.