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Activities for School-Age Child Care

This book presents ideas for developing day care programs to serve children (aged 5-10) before and after school hours as well as during vacation periods. The general program, including schedules, routines and daily activities, is described. The main body of the book presents ideas for learning and play activities in specific areas, including active play; arts and crafts; blocks; dramatic play; puppets; music and dance; stitchery; woodworking; water, sand and mud; cooking; and science activities. Each description includes lists of equipment, materials, storage suggestions, discussion topics, ideas to try and further resources. The book also includes ideas for utilizing community resources in the program. The final chapter discusses the role of the center staff through staff meetings and general staff interaction in the development of an effective program. (Bd).

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