Little Duck Family Child Care

  Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, get messy, and create something from the heart. This adorable  “Dad, You’re the Coolest!”  handprint craft is one of my favourite easy projects because it only requires a few simple supplies and creates a keepsake that dads will treasure for years. Here are some other very  quick and easy Father’s Day crafts  to do for the special dad in your life.  The best part? Little hands become part of the design, making it extra special and personal! Supplies Needed White cardstock or blank paper Colored construction paper (blue, red, green, or your child’s favorite color) Popsicle stick Googly eyes Blue paint (or any color) Glue Black marker How to Make This Cute Father’s Day Craft Step 1: Create the Popsicle Cut a rounded popsicle shape from colored construction paper. We used bright blue paper for a fun frozen treat look. Glue the paper onto the center of your white cardstock and attach a popsicle stick underneath...

As childcare providers, parents, and educators, we are always looking for fun and meaningful ways to help children grow into healthy, confident, and capable individuals. One of the best activities we have discovered over the years is yoga. At our daycare, yoga has been part of our daily routine for over 10 years, and it continues to be one of our favorite activities. Not only do the children enjoy it, but we have also seen firsthand how it helps them regulate emotions, strengthen their bodies, and develop a positive relationship with movement. This book is such a great tool to get your started on your yoga with kids journey: The ABC’s of Yoga For Kids The best part? Yoga doesn’t feel like exercise to young children. It feels like play. Why Yoga Is Great for Young Kids Children are constantly learning about their bodies and emotions. Yoga gives them an opportunity to slow down, move intentionally, and learn skills they can use throughout their lives. Some of the benefits of yoga for you...

When it comes to daycare crafts, sometimes the simplest materials create the biggest smiles. One of our all-time favorite craft supplies at Little Duck Family Child Care is the humble pipe cleaner! These colorful, fuzzy sticks are affordable, versatile, and perfect for little hands that are still developing fine motor skills. Whether you’re creating animals, flowers, crowns, or silly sculptures, pipe cleaner crafts provide endless opportunities for creativity while helping children learn and grow. Why Pipe Cleaner Crafts Are Great for Kids Pipe cleaners are more than just a craft supply—they’re a fantastic learning tool. As children bend, twist, and shape them into different creations, they’re strengthening the small muscles in their hands and fingers. These skills help prepare children for writing, cutting with scissors, and many other everyday tasks. Pipe cleaner activities also encourage: Creativity and imagination Problem-solving skills Hand-eye coordination Color recognit...