NOVEMBER 2015
CHILD ACTION, INC.
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GRATITUDE AND CHILDREN
The holiday season is a time for being grateful. Research has shown that grateful people live happier, healthier lives. Gratitude is also a learned emotion, not one we are born with. How can caregivers teach gratitude to children in care? Here are some simple ideas to model gratitude daily:
* Write a thank you note - Ask the children to help you compose a thank you letter. Better yet, write one to a child in care.
* Thank someone mentally - Remind yourself mentally of the ways others have helped you during the day, especially the children you care for.
* Make a written (or verbal) list of things you are grateful for -
This can be a great conversation starter at meals or transition tool with children.
* Meditate -
Take time daily to meditate with the children. This can be a great transition for naptime. Plus, once the children are calm and relaxed, you can take time to meditate yourself!
* Savor the moment
- Be present with children! Listen to the sound of the rain, go outside to play in the leaves! (We worry about children not being able to focus, but what about adults? How often do adults give undivided attention to one thing?)
The tips above are excerpts from Dr. Ernie Mendez's recent presentation at the CCCR&R/CAPPA conference. For more information on gratitude, please check out Dr. Ernie Mendes' website and books: www.erniemendes.com.
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HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
AND SCHOLARSHIP
As of January 1, 2016, the Preventative Health requirement for new licensees is 8 hours of training instead of the current 7 hour training. Anyone who is currently licensed will not need to retake the course; however, those in the process of becoming licensed may want to wait until the January to take this portion of the training. Child Action, Inc. has a Health & Safety scholarship program that can assist any provider, family child care or child care center staff, with the fees associated with these required classes. This is a reimbursement program, dependent upon successful completion of approved courses and availability of funds. For more information on this program please
click here.
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CHILD ACTION, INC.'S HEALTH AND SAFETY SERVICES FOR PROVIDERS
Child Action, Inc. Health Services Coordinator, Jennine Greenwell provides child health and safety information, training, and technical assistance to parents, providers, and communities in Sacramento County. She also provides assistance with health insurance enrollment through the Affordable Care Act. Contact Jennine Greenwell at 916.369.3335.
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Click here to view the entire Child Action, Inc.
Calendar of Events.
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11/19
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California Child Care Portfolio Release
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11/19
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Заполнение лицензионных форм, документов и ведение документации.
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11/21
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UC Davis Extension: Поддержка маленьких читателей и «писателей»
(Засчитывается в CCIP/CARES)
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11/30
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Exploring gender identity development and expression during childhood
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Is there a child care training you would like to see offered or a topic you want to know more about? Share your thoughts with us at [email protected].
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Child Action, Inc.
Resource Library
Monday through Friday, 7:30am-5:00pm, or online HERE!
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Resource Book
of the Month
Bal Yoga for Kids
by
Glenda Kacev
and
Slyvia Roth
A terrific picture book that shares easy yoga poses and poetry. Fun for transitions or anytime. The book also includes a DVD and music CD.
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CARES
Great news for those who have BA's and are pursuing master's degrees or working on professional development- you may be eligible for a CARES stipend this year. Hurry! There are a few more orientations this year, so register soon! For more information or to register for an orientation,
please call
(916) 369-0191, or visit www.childaction.org.
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