Kids Corner
Let's get moving to this compilation of Holiday songs from Disney Jr. And we know you will love this story about dreaming BIG by Cynthia Erivo as much as we do!
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We had so much fun last year, that we thought we would bring back our 25 Days of Kidsmas! What is Kidsmas you ask? Well, it is 25 days of fun, festive Holiday activities shared daily on our Facebook page to keep your little ones busy now until Christmas Day.
And this year we have a very special gift we have planned for you. Be sure to like and follow our page all month long to join in the fun - all leading up to one special Christmas Day surprise!
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Toy and Gift Safety Month
Toys and games are tons of fun for kids and adults. Whether your kids are working on a puzzle, playing with building blocks, or even inventing their own games, here are some toy safety tips to help them stay safer and have a blast this Holiday season. Read more...
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Help Me Grow was designed to create an opportunity for parents to track their child's developmental growth and provide peace of mind. Your Family Is Eligible For:
- Free developmental screenings - to identify possible social and emotional delays.
- Follow-up care coordination - ensuring families receive the services they need.
- Other community resources - promoting health and wellness for the whole family.
CALL 2-1-1 to complete your child's developmental screening TODAY!
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Healthy Holiday Habits for Families
The winter season is a time for celebrating with friends and family, indulging in tasty treats, and a few well-earned days of relaxation. However, as the holidays approach and winter continues, your kids will have extended time off school, the days will be short, and more than likely they’ll be spending more time indoors. Additionally, families tend to eat heavier comfort food so staying healthy is difficult this time of year. Typically from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, the average weight gain is 3-10 pounds. While this may seem insignificant, it could result in future health problems and the development of bad habits. But don’t panic! If you’re looking for healthy holiday tips for kids there are plenty of ways to encourage your child to keep the treats to a minimum, keep activities high, and everyone’s stress low. Read more...
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Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
The holidays are a particularly busy time of year for many families. As you put up decorations and gather friends and family together to celebrate, keep these safety tips in mind.
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Snowman in a Bag
Materials:
- Ziplock bag
- Construction paper
- Glue
- Shaving Cream
Glue the snowman features cut from construction paper to the front of a locked sandwich bag. Then fill with shaving cream (or try white glue, or homemade slime). They will have fun squishing the "snow" around.
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Baby's First Handprint Ornament
Have fun with your baby making a Handprint Christmas Tree ornament. The ornaments turn out so cute and make great decorations, gifts, and keepsakes.
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Sparkly Craft Stick Snowflakes
One of the great things about Christmas is that everything just sparkles. Christmas lights, ornaments, glitter… it is all so much fun! So, why not create some pretty Christmas ornaments that are easy to make and are made to sparkle brightly.
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Simple "Gingerbread" Houses
Decorating gingerbread houses is a fun holiday tradition, and now it’s even easier with this simple step-by-step tutorial for How to Make Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses – quick, easy, and perfect for school classrooms, large groups, or at home with your family!
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Cotton Swab Snowflakes
Cotton swab snowflakes are easy enough for a preschooler to make and can result in intricate designs when put together by an older child or even a crafty teen. Best of all, supplies are easy to gather.
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Snowman Slam Game
This game is fun for the whole family, and you likely have most of the materials to make it already on hand.
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Celebrating Holidays Around the World
As the holiday season is upon us, many children may learn about how holidays are celebrated around the world in their child care program or at home. You can celebrate the holidays with your child through music, books, and art to help them learn about Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, or any other holiday traditions.
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Learning about different holiday traditions can be fun! Here are a few ways you and your child can celebrate this season:
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It's not too late to enroll your 4-year-old in the 2021-2022 VPK program. Although most providers have just started the school year, students can still join the program. Click below to register your child and enroll in a provider near you. |
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We need you! Join the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) for a platform to discuss the needs and wants of your unique family. Complete the application now, and information about how to join the next virtual meeting will be emailed to you. Don’t miss out! |
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December Special Dates
National Human Rights Month
Safe Toys and Gifts Month
National Influenza Week: December 6-10
National Hand Washing Awareness Week: December 6-10
Computer Science Education Week: December 13-17
Las Posadas: December 16-24
Kwanzaa: December 26 - January 1
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December 1
Rosa Parks Day
December 2
Special Education Day
December 4
National Cookie Day
National Sock Day
December 7
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
December 8
National Brownie Day
December 9
Christmas Card Day
December 10
Human Rights Day
Nobel Prize Day
December 12
Gingerbread House Day
Poinsettia Day
December 13
National Cocoa Day
December 15
National Cupcake Day
Bill of Rights Day
December 16
National Chocolate-covered Anything Day
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December 17
National Maple Syrup Day
Ugly Christmas Sweater Day
December 18
National Twin Day
Wreaths Across America Day
December 19
National Hard Candy Day
December 21
Crossword Puzzle Day
Winter Solstice
December 23
National Re-Gifting Day
December 24
National Eggnog Day
Christmas Eve
December 25
Christmas Day (ELCNWF Offices Closed)
December 26
National Candy Cane Day
National Thank-you Note Day
December 28
Pledge of Allegiance Day
December 31
New Years Eve
Universal Hour of Peace
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Florida KidCare offers quality, affordable health & dental insurance for ALL FL children from birth through the end of age 18! Children are eligible for head to toe coverage, even if one or both parents are working.
Click here and use code ELC5 to receive an expedited application process.
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We exist to grow healthy children, parents, and the relationship between them. |
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If you have applied for child care assistance and are on the Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida’s wait list, please call us at 850-747-5400 or toll free 866-277-9077 for other financial options. |
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Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida
Phone: 850.747.5400 | Fax: 850.747.5450
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Sponsored by the Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida and the State of Florida, Division of Early Learning |
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