Toddler's Creed
If I want it, it's mine.
If I give it to you and change my mind later, it's mine.
If I take it away from you, it's mine.
If I had it a little while ago, it's mine.
If it's mine, it will never belong to anybody else, no matter what.
If we are building something together, all the pieces are mine.
If it looks just like mine, it's mine.
~author unknown
Sick Child
Mary Had little lamb, she also had the flu.
And when she left her day care, the others had it too.
So anytime your child is sick, please keep her home with you.
Then the children in our day care will be happier and healthier too!
~author unknown
I'm Happy to be Me
_______ is my hair,
_______ are my eyes.
I'm _______ years old,
I'm just the right size.
My name is _______
And as you can see,
I'm very happy to be me!
~author unknown
A Child Lives What He Learns
If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn.
If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.
If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight.
If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise, he learns appreciation.
If a child lives with fairness, he learns justice.
If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship,
he learns to find love in the world.
~author unknown
Mary Had A Little Cold
Mary had a little cold, but wouldn't stay at home..
and every where that Mary went the cold was sure to roam.
It wondered into Molly's eyes and filled them full of tears
It jumped from there to Bobby's nose and then to Jimmy's ears.
It painted Annie's throat bright red
and swelled poor Little Johnny's head
Dora had a fever and a cough put Jack to bed
The moral of this little take,
is very quickly said
Mary could have saved a lot of pain
with just one day in bed!
~author unknown
Definition of a Child Care Provider
Child Care Pro-vi-der (child'kâr prõ vid'er)n. chef, baker, janitor,
sock and shoe finder, coat buttoner, boot fitter, bottle washer,
grocery shopper, diaper changer, protector, dish washer,
nose wiper, vegetable pusher, floor sweeper, waiter, story teller,
playground attendant, PE teacher, activity director, driver,
zoo keeper, inspector, aerobics instructor, tutor, entertainer,
therapist, manager, derby instructor, performer, bookkeeper,
self-esteem builder, teacher, helper, well wisher, nurse,
traffic controller, noise controller, life saver, thinker,
problem solver, engineer, designer, counselor,
safety instructor, arbitrator, creator, inventor, companion,
musician, historian, technician, dietitian, athlete,
beautician, fire marshall, analyst, artist, dentist, scientist,
biologist, technologist, accountant, manicurist, receptionist,
environmentalist, pharmacist, hygienist, speech therapist,
reader, builder, informer, composer, supervisor,
author, navigator, peacemaker, friend. . . . . . .
~author unknown
The Childcare Provider
Although I'm not their mother,
I care for them each day.
I cuddle, sing, and read to them,
And watch them as they play.
I see each new accomplishment,
and help them grow and learn,
I understand their language,
and I listen with concern.
They come to me for comfort,
And I kiss away their tears.
They proudly show their work to me,
I give the loudest cheers!
No, I am not their mother,
But my role is just as strong.
I nurture them and keep them safe,
Though maybe not for long.
I know someday the time may come,
When we will have to part,
But I know each child I've cared for
Is forever in my heart!
~author unknown
Don't Call Me A Babysitter
Little children come to me for hugs and books and such.
I care for all their special needs and also fix them lunch.
I pick up toys, mop up spills, and often dry their tears.
I change their diapers, settle fights and kiss away their fears.
I tie their shoes, button coats and push them on the swing.
I really love these kids, you see, but there is just one thing.
Call me Mom or Aunt or Teacher or other names that fit,
But please don't call me the "sitter", because I never get to sit!
~author unknown
My Handprints
Sometimes you get discouraged
Because I am so small
And I always leave my fingerprints
on furniture and walls.
But every day I'm growing-
I'll be grown up someday
And all those tiny handprints
Will surely fade away.
So here's a final handprint
Just so you can recall
Exactly how my fingers looked
When I was very small.
~author unknown
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