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Winter 2020

"Go Outside!"


During the winter months, Vitamin D deficiency is very common among both Children and adults.  When it's not unbearably cold, getting your Children outside is one of the best things you can do for them.  Not only does going outside mean getting exercise, but it also means getting the best form of Vitamin D. 


Vitamin D is so important for children (and adults).  It helps boost the immune system, helps build strong bones and teeth!  It reduces the risk of cavities and helps promote insulin regulation. Studies have found that Type 1 Diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis and Rheumatoid arthritis are all reduced with adequate levels of Vitamin D in children.  Bundle your children up and get them outside!  


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Every year we ask Parents to nominate their favorite Child Care Provider.  Every year we choose winners in multiple categories and honor the winning Child Care Providers at Champions of Childcare!

Click below to send us your Nominations!

Announcing:

Parent Workshop!


"Tools & Strategies to Support the ADHD Child"

When: Thursday March 26th; 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Child Care Council of Dutchess & Putnam;
301 Manchester Road, Suite 201A 
Poughkeepsie NY 12603
Cost: $10
This training is for Parents ONLY

No Sew Sock Penguin

You will need:
  • 1 Black Sock
  • 1 Sock in color for the hat
  • Rice
  • Rubber Bands
  • White and Orange Felt
  • Ribbons
  • Glue Gun
  • Felt glue
  • Markers or paint
  • Scissors
Start by filling the black sock with rice.  When you are happy with the amount of rice and rough shape of the soon to be sock penguin, tie a rubber band at the top.  
Now take another rubber band and place it just above the middle sock to separate the body and the head.  
Cut the excess sock.  You can secure the top by adding some glue from the glue gun. 
Cut a white oval shape out of the white felt and glue it with felt glue to the front of the penguin. 
Cut a small beak out of the orange felt and glue it onto the head.  Draw two black eyes with a black marker.  
Add ribbon to make a scarf.  
Lastly, cut one colorful sock and roll it a bit to get the hat shape and place it on the top of the penguin.   Enjoy!
Inspired by: onelittleproject.com

Send us YOUR pictures! 

We are always in need of new pictures of children doing different activities in different seasons for our newsletters and publications.  
If you have a picture or pictures to send us, you can email them along with the photo release form below to: cbrooks@childcaredutchess.org
Click HERE for the photo release form.
Thank you to those who sent pictures in!

Healthy Granola Bars

You will need:
  • 1 Cup Butter, softened
  • 1 Cup Honey
  • 4 1/2 Cup Rolled Oats
  • 1 1/2 Cup Flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Add ins equal to 2 cups total:
    • Mini Chocolate Chips
    • Coconut
    • Raisins
    • Nuts
Directions:
1.  Lightly Butter 9x13 pan & Preheat oven to 325 degrees. 
2.  Cream together butter honey & vanilla
3.  Add oats, flour & baking soda and beat well.  
4.  Stir in add ins. 
5.  Press with wax paper into pan
6.  Bake at 325 for 15-22 minutes until edges are just golden brown.  
Inspired by: www.kitchenstewardship.com
Need Help Finding Childcare?
     Call the Council! A referral specialist will assist you with your search for childcare and help you narrow your search. After answering a few questions, you will be given a list of NYS licensed/registered childcare providers who provide care in the area you are looking. The specialist can also connect you to other community resources and provide basic information regarding childcare subsidy. Assistance is also available to help you identify quality childcare programs for your child's needs.  

(845) 473-4141 or go online to search on your own!                                   
Clickable Links
Parents can be partners  of CCCDP, too! Click here for more information. 
Visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission for current information on recalls and product details. 
Visit CCCDP's website for a list of partnering agencies who offer parent education resources. 
Tell us what you need! Take the Parent Education Needs Assessment.  
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301 Manchester Road Suite 201A | Poughkeepsie, NY | 12603 United States
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