the newsletter and training calendar April-June 2014

Connections
for Caregivers
A Newsletter and Training Calendar especially for Child Care Providers
Inside this Issue:
Resource Library News….1
Ready! Set! Jump!..………2
Spread Books Around……3
Air Quality in Child Care….4
Positive Relationships…....5
Fun with Food……………..6
April-June 2014
Resource Library News
The Resource Library has three new literacy kits! Polar bear, fox, and
chameleon have recently been added to our literacy kit collection,
which includes over 30 different animals. Our literacy kits contain an
animal puppet and books that feature that animal. They are great for
making reading time more interactive and fun! You can search our
entire library catalog online (there’s a link on our website), give us a
call (918-831-7239), or come in and see us (1601 S. Main, Suite 100).
We will be happy to assist you with your lesson planning needs!
Trainings……………..…….6
First Aid/CPR……………...9
Tulsa Tech Trainings…......9
Who To Call……………….16
Spanish Articles…………..17
CCRC is a program of the Community Service Council, a United Way Member Agency. Funding is also
provided by the Oklahoma Child Care Resource and Referral Association.
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Ready! Set! Jump!
Here is a fun activity to do with the children when they cannot go outside. Try some jump rope
chants indoors but without ropes! Have the children spread out and tell them to pretend they each
have a jump rope. Instruct them to pretend to pick up their jump rope and practice jumping,
remembering to stay in one spot. After a few warm up jumps, introduce the idea of jumping to
some jump rope jingles. Such as:
“Lady Bug, Lady Bug, turn around.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, touch the ground.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug jump up high.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, touch the sky.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, reach down low.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, touch your toe.”
Or:
“I have a little turtle.
His name is Tiny Tim.
I put him in the bathtub
To see if he could swim.
He drank up all the water.
He ate up all the soap.
He woke up in the morning
With bubbles in his throat.
Or: Try jumping to well known favorites such as “Eensy Weensy Spider” or favorite nursery
rhymes.
Meets ELG Health, Safety & Physical Education Standard 1:A
Creativity Standard 1:A
CCRC Staff:
Director...Karen Smith
Communications Coordinator...Amy Peters
Resource and Referral Coordinator...Melinda Belcher
Referral Specialists...Stephanie Howard, Dee Ann Brown, Sam Stephenson
Child Care Consultant...Ellie Newby
Infant Toddler Specialist...Jessica Ruggles
Child Care Health Consultant...Joyce Reynolds
Child Care Food Program Coordinator...Casey Moore
Quality Enhancement Initiative Coordinator...Paige Whalen
Accreditation Specialists...Shauna Meador, Cynthia Mooney, Collette Sawyer, Retta Seger
JumpStart Coordinator...Lesley Gudgel
Sprouts Child Development Initiative Coordinator...Mary Beth Smith
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From the Desk of Jessica Ruggles, Infant/Toddler Consultant:
Spread Those Books AroundNurturing early literacy is a big part of being an early childhood caregiver. Using books in other
areas of the room can be a great way to encourage creativity and learning. Learning about science
not only includes learning about our natural world but the place we hold in it. We can help the
children in our care become curious explorers by placing books alongside items from nature to
introduce children to things that are not easily seen. Pictures of different butterflies or other animals
printed off the computer put together as a book is a simple solution. Books related to construction
and everyday life can inspire children to recreate these things in the block area. Take pictures of
buildings and places around you to create a book that children can relate to.
For math there are books that include counting, matching, and spatial relationships such as over
and under. In the dramatic play area include books on caring for babies, cookbooks with pictures,
and books on families. Making your own cookbooks with foods that children eat at the school or in
your home childcare and books with their families are good places to start. Books for the music
area can include books with pictures of musical instruments, books with sheet music and or
children’s stories about music or
playing music. In the art area use
books that show different techniques
or books that show works of different
artists. These too can be found
online to make your own. Incorporating books in other areas of the classroom can open up a world of ideas
even for the youngest of children.
Resource: Young Children Magazine: The Reading Chair-All Interest
Areas Need Books, So Spread
Those Books Around
Our Contact Info:
Mailing Address: Child Care Resource Center
16 East 16th Street, Suite 202
Tulsa, OK 74119
Physical Address: 1601 S. Main Street - Tower 1
Tulsa, OK 74119
Phone: 918-834-CARE
FAX : 918-834-9339
Website: www.ccrctulsa.org
Like us on Facebook: The-Child-Care-Resource-Center-ofTulsa
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: CCRC_Tulsa
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Air Quality in Child Care
Health Concerns
Air quality significantly impacts people’s health. The health impacts from exposure to air pollution
(indoor and outdoor) can include: decreased lung function, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, and
even some types of cancer. Children are particularly vulnerable to air pollution because their lungs
are still developing and they breathe more air per pound of body weight than adults do.
Air Quality
Indoor air pollution is often 2-5 times greater than outdoor levels of air pollution due to a general lack
of adequate air filtration and ventilation. The presence of dirt, moisture, and warmth encourages the
growth of mold and other contaminants, which can trigger allergic reactions and asthma.
Fortunately, there are many ways to reduce air pollution in your indoor environment.
Improve Your Air Quality:
Never smoke on child care premises or near children. If you do smoke, wear a smoking jacket;
remove it upon entering buildings.
Do not idle vehicles. Car/van exhaust releases pollutants that are harmful to health (especially to
children) and the environment. Idling cars release even more pollution than moving cars.
Prevent mold and mildew. Reduce excess moisture by fixing leaks. Increase ventilation naturally
by opening windows and using fans. If window air conditioning units are used, check filters regularly
and replace as needed.
Clean spills promptly. For spills on carpets, clean and dry carpets ASAP to prevent mold growth.
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Prohibit the use of scented candles and artificial air fresheners. These contain multiple
chemicals, including dangerous solvents, to achieve their fragrance. They consist of small particles
that coat the lining of the lungs and cause respiratory problems. Use diluted essential oils instead or
make your own non-toxic air freshener by mixing a few drops of extracts (such as vanilla, lemon,
etc.) in water in a spray bottle.
Use non-toxic art supplies.
Prevent Carbon Monoxide (CO) exposure. Purchase and install a carbon monoxide detector.
Test your center for Radon. It is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers. Call the
National Radon Program Services to purchase a test kit ($15 and up): 1-800-SOS-RADON.
Positive Teacher-Child Relationships:
In early childhood settings, each moment that teachers and children interact with one another is an
opportunity to develop positive relationships
In developing positive teacher-child relationships, it is important to remember to:
Engage in one-to-one interactions with children
Get on the child’s level for face-to-face interactions
Use a pleasant, calm voice and simple language
Provide warm, responsive physical contact
Follow the child’s lead and interest during play
Help children understand classroom expectations
Redirect children when they engage in challenging behavior
Listen to children and encourage them to listen to others
Acknowledge children for their accomplishments and effort
From: Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning
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Fun With Food:
"It’s a snack! It’s an activity! No it’s BOTH!
You will need ½ banana per child, a dish of pretzel bits,
a dish of chocolate (or carob) candies, and popsicle
sticks.
Insert a Popsicle stick into half of a banana. Allow
children to put either peanut butter or other nut butter (in
case of allergies) on their bananas. Then let the children
put them into the dish of pretzel bits and then chocolate
candies.
You might make a lesson of it by talking about how the
nut butter acts as glue and makes the candies and pretzels stick to the banana. You could count
how many or which colors of candies stuck on their bananas. Enjoy!
Trainings in April 2014
APRIL 3 & 17, MAY 1 & 15, JUNE 5 & 19, JULY 3 & 17 – 1st & 3rd THURSDAYS – SURVIVING
HIGH CONFLICT (Presented by Family & Children’s Services; Jennifer Buck, John Ayers) In this 2
session class co-parents will learn to resolve conflicts, improve communication, let go of the past
relationship, and keep focus on the kids. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S Peoria. 6pm-8pm.
$30 per class. Contact Sara Hetherington to register, 918-560-1114.
APRIL 4-5 & APRIL 11-12 – FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS – QUEST FOR QUALITY: EARLY
LEARNING GUIDELINES FOR AGES 3-5 (Presented by CCRC) Training consists of the
introduction and implementation of the Oklahoma Early Learning Guidelines for 3-5 year olds.
Crosstown Learning Center, 2501 E Archer St. Tulsa, OK. Fridays: 6:00-8:00pm, Saturdays: 8am1pm. 14 training hours, 1.4 CEU. $20. Register through the Oklahoma Registry website:
www.okregistry.org or www.cecpd.org.
APRIL 7, APRIL 28, MAY 19, JUNE 16 – MONDAYS – 1,2,3,4 PARENTS (Presented by Family &
Children’s Services; Meredith Reeve, Ryanne Mitchell) In this 4 week program, parents of 1-4 year
olds learn to strengthen their bond, use positive discipline, and offer choices and consequences.
Family & Children’s Services, 650 S Peoria. 6pm-7:30pm. $20 per session + $5 each additional
family member + $20 book (required). Contact Sara Hetherington to register, 918-560-1114.
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APRIL 8 – TUESDAY – UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS (Presented by CCRC; Joyce Reynolds)
Learn how to handle blood, vomit, and other bodily fluids without putting yourself at risk. Community
Service Council, 1604 S Baltimore. 6:30pm-7:30pm. 1 training hour. Free. Class size is limited to 15
participants. Contact Tammy to register, 918-834-2273.
APRIL 10 – THURSDAY – CULTURAL SENSITIVITY TRAINING WITH MATERNAL DEPRESSION (Presented by Family & Children’s Services; Tommy Chesbro, MHR) Explore barriers women
experience finding resources, counseling, information and unbiased non-judgmental response to
unintended pregnancy. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S Peoria. 8:30am-12pm. 3 training hours,
3 CEU. $50. Class size is limited to 90 participants. Contact Sara French to register, 918-560-1127
or [email protected].
APRIL 12 – SATURDAY - CRADLING LITERACY MODULE 3: EMERGING LITERACY IN THE
CLASSROOM (Presented by CCRC; Karen Smith, Jessica Ruggles) Cradling Literacy builds
teachers’ knowledge and skills in nurturing early language and literacy in young children from birth
to 5 years. Part of a 4-module training series; trainings do not have to be attended consecutively.
Community Service Council, 1604 S Baltimore. 8am-1pm. 5 training hours, ½ CEU. Free. Class size
is limited to 30 participants. Contact Tammy to register, 918-834-2273.
APRIL 14 – MONDAY – INDOOR–OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES (Presented by Tulsa County Family
Child Care Association; Stephanie Harris, OU Schusterman) Come learn how to use indoor things
outdoors and outside things indoors. Tulsa Technology Center, Lemley Campus-Training Center Rm
1, 3638 S Memorial Dr. 7 pm-9pm. 2 training hours. $10. Class size is limited to 50 participants.
Contact Susan to register, 918-835-5894.
APRIL 19 – SATURDAY – CHILD CARE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING (Presented
by CCRC; Vanessa Price, Save the Children) Working with centers and homes to have plans in
emergency situations. Identify risks and hazards, create written plans, communicate, practice and
keep plans updated. Location TBA. 9am-1pm. 4 training hours, CEU (TBA). Free. Class size is
limited to 30 participants. Contact Tammy to register, 918-834-2273.
APRIL 25 – FRIDAY - ETHICS (Presented by Family & Children’s Services; Joanne Davis, Ph.D.)
Focus is on the area of ethics and competence especially in the area of professional boundaries.
Family & Children’s Services, 650 S Peoria. 8:30am-12pm. 3 training hours, 3 CEU. $50. Class size
is limited to 90 participants. Contact Sara French to register, 918-560-1127 or [email protected].
APRIL 26 – SATURDAY - CRADLING LITERACY MODULE 4: SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LITERACY
(Presented by CCRC; Stephanie Howard, Ellie Newby) Cradling Literacy builds teachers’ knowledge
and skills in nurturing early language and literacy in young children from birth to 5 years. Part of a 4module training series; trainings do not have to be attended consecutively. Community Service
Council,, 1604 S Baltimore. 8am-1pm. 5 training hours, ½ CEU. Free. Class size is limited to 30
participants. Contact Tammy to register, 918-834-2273.
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Trainings in May 2014
MAY 1, JUNE 26, AUG 21 – THURSDAYS – FOREVER. FOR REAL. (Presented by Family &
Children’s Services; The Ulbergs) In this 6 week program (3 left), couples learn how to manage
conflict, maintain fun and friendship, tap into the power of their couple identity, and communicate
effectively. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S Peoria. 6pm-8pm. Free. Contact Sara Hetherington
to register, 918-560-1114.
MAY 6, JUNE 17, JULY 1 – TUESDAYS – ACTIVE PARENTING NOW (Presented by Family &
Children’s Services; Lauren Alvarez) In this 6 week program (3 left), parents of 5-12 year olds learn
how to build cooperation, effective discipline, logical consequences, and how to teach responsibility.
Family & Children’s Services, 650 S Peoria. 6pm-8pm. $20 per session + $5 each additional family
member + $20 book (required). Scholarship funding available. Contact Sara Hetherington to register,
918-560-1114.
MAY 12 – MONDAY – CLEVER, CREATIVE CRAFTS (Presented by Tulsa County Family Child
Care Association; Quinton Glans-Young, Cindy Waggoner) Simple ideas for infant to preschool age.
Crafts for each holiday. Tulsa Technology Center, Lemley Campus-Training Center Rm 1, 3638 S
Memorial Dr. 7pm-9pm. 2 training hours. $10. Class size is limited to 50 participants. Contact Susan
to register, 918-835-5894.
MAY 13 – TUESDAY – EXTREME MAKEOVER: PLAYGROUND EDITION (Presented by CCRC;
Joyce Reynolds) Taking the classroom outdoors. Fun, free, or nearly free ideas for your playground.
Community Service Council, 1604 S Baltimore. 6:30pm-7:30pm. 1 training hour. Free. Class size is
limited to 15 participants. Contact Tammy to register, 918-834-2273.
MAY 15 – THURSDAY - LITERACY EXTENSION ACTIVITIES (Presented by CCRC; Dee Ann
Brown, Stephanie Howard) Participants will learn how to create extension activities based on a
book. CCRC Library, 1601 S Main, Suite 100. 6:30pm-7:30pm. 1 training hour. Free. Class size is
limited to 10 participants. Contact Tammy to register, 918-834-2273.
Trainings in June 2014
JUNE 10 – TUESDAY – BACK SAFETY (Presented by CCRC; Joyce Reynolds) Learn how to lift
correctly to avoid back problems. Community Service Council, 1604 S Baltimore. 6:30pm-7:30pm.
1 training hour. Free. Class size is limited to 15 participants. Contact Tammy to register, 918-8342273.
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JUNE 12 – THURSDAY – HOW ADDICTION AFFECTS FAMILIES (Presented by Family &
Children’s Services; Rita Crockett, MSW) Exploring how aspects of a family member’s addiction has
long lasting effects on the family. Family & Children’s Services, 650 S Peoria. 8:30am-12pm.
3 training hours, 3 CEU. $50. Class size is limited to 90 participants. Contact Sara French to
register, 918-560-1127 or [email protected].
CCRC Training...Please Read!
CCRC is just off 15th & Main and we conduct trainings in BOTH of our buildings.
Tower I is where the Toy Lending area is located (1601 S Main). Trainings for Tower
I are generally in the Resource room.
Tower II (1604 S. Baltimore) is the home of the Community Service Council. There
is a detailed map on our website at www.ccrctulsa.org or you can call during
business hours to speak to someone at 918-834-CARE.
American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid/CPR
Tulsa Technology Center Health Sciences Center
3350 S. Memorial Dr. Tulsa, OK. 74147
Spring 2014 Class Dates
Date/Day
Description
Time
Cost
Training
Hours
Contact info
Tu-Wed.
4/8-4/9
Designed for individuals in childcare-meets DHS childcare requirements
6:30p9:30p
$55
6
918.828. 5000
Sat.
4/26
Designed for individuals in childcare-meets DHS childcare requirements
8a-2p
$55
6
918.828. 5000
Tulsa Tech’s Early Care & Education Program
Want to Enroll or Need More Information? Call 918-828-5100.
Tulsa Tech Early Care and Education Course LOCATIONS:
Peoria Campus (PEO) @ 3850 North Peoria and at the Training Center (TC) @ the Lemley
Complex 3638 South Memorial.
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Child Development Associate (CDA) Training
Students may enroll in any of the CDA block campus classes in any order (with the exception
of the CDA Block 5, which must be taken last) to accommodate individual schedules as well
as preference of campus location.
College credit option available for CDA Block classes. Textbook purchases required for series.
CDA Block 1: (Competencies 1 and 4)
32 hours
Tuition: $95
PEO
4/07 – 5/07
6:30 – 9:30pm
M/W
5 wks
PEO
5/19 – 6/23
6:30 – 9:30pm
M/W
5 wks
TC
6/24 – 7/24
6:30 – 9:30pm
T/TH
5 wks
M/W
5 wks
M/W
5 wks
T/TH
5 wks
CDA Block 2: (Competency 3)
32 hours
PEO
Tuition: $95
5/19 – 6/23
6:30 – 9:30pm
CDA Block 3: (Competency 2)
32 hours Tuition: $95
PEO
6/30 – 7/30
6:30 – 9:30pm
CDA Block 4: (Competency 5 & 6)
32 hours Tuition: $95
TC
5/20 – 6/19
6:30 – 9:30pm
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Revised! CDA Block 5: Preparation for the CDA Assessment
Prerequisites: CDA Blocks 1, 2, 3, and 4 or 120 hours of documented early childhood training
16 hours
Tuition: $79
TC
4/07 – 4/28
7:00 – 9:00pm
M/TH
4 wks
TC
5/19 – 6/19
6:30 – 8:30pm
M/TH
4 wks
Early Education: Pathway to Your National Credential Online
SECC scholarships may be available. Call 1-866-343-3881 to inquire.
Students must enroll in person at the Peoria Campus location. Book purchase required.
Call 918-828-2006 for more information.
Unit 1: Providing for children's safety. Flex entry. $43.50. (Student scholarship co-pay at time of
enrollment: $13)
Unit 2: Providing for Children's Health. Flex entry. $43.50. (Student scholarship co-pay at time of
enrollment: $13)
Unit 3: Providing an environment for learning. Flex entry. $65.25. (Student scholarship co-pay at
time of enrollment: $19.50)
Unit 4: Child Growth and Development Concepts. Flex entry. $130.50. (Student scholarship co-pay
at time of enrollment: $39)
Unit 5: Ensuring developmentally appropriate practice. Flex entry. $108.75. (Student scholarship
co-pay at time of enrollment: $32.50)
Unit 6: Guiding Children. Flex entry. $65.25. (Student scholarship co-pay at time of enrollment:
$19.50)
Unit 7: Involving families and the community. Flex entry. $43.50. (Student scholarship co-pay at
time of enrollment: $13)
Unit 8: Program plans and record keeping. Flex entry. $43.50 (Student scholarship co-pay at time
of enrollment: $13)
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Unit 9: Developing as an early education professional. Flex entry. $43.50 (Student scholarship
co-pay at time of enrollment: $13)
Unit 10: Putting it all together. Flex Entry. $65.25 (Student scholarship co-pay at time of enrollment:
$19.50)
Need More Training Hours?
Looking for New Information and Ideas?
New! Focused Interactions
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
4/8 – 4/15
6:45pm – 9:15pm
T
2 wks
10:00am – 12:00pm
S
1 day
10:00am – 12:00pm
S
1 day
New! Art with Anything
2.5 hours
TC
Tuition: $15
6/7
New! Fun with Junk
2.5 hours
TC
Tuition: $15
6/21
The Caregiver’s Toolbox for Behavior and Guidance
Presented in partnership by Tulsa Technology Center and DHS Child Care Licensing
Positive Guidance Techniques
2.5 hours
Tuition: $15
TC
4/07
6:45pm – 9:15pm
M
1 day
TC
5/28
6:45pm – 9:15pm
W
1 day
Ages and Stages of Early Childhood Behaviors
2.5 hours
Tuition: $15
TC
4/14
6:45pm – 9:15pm
M
1 day
TC
6/4
6:45pm – 9:15pm
W
1 day
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Challenging Behaviors
2.5 hours
Tuition: $15
TC
4/21
6:45pm – 9:15pm
M
1 day
TC
6/11
6:45pm – 9:15pm
W
1 day
Stopping Behavior Problems Before They Start
2.5 hours
Tuition: $15
TC
4/28
6:45pm – 9:15pm
M
1 day
TC
6/18
6:45pm – 9:15pm
W
1 day
Family Child Care Training Series
CEU option available for students completing the entire series of 5 classes
Arranging the Family Child Care Environment
2 hours
PEO
Tuition: $15
5/20
7:00 – 9:00pm
T
1 day
T
1 day
Caring for Children in Mixed Age Groups
2 hours
PEO
Tuition: $15
5/27
7:00 – 9:00pm
Finding Families & Keeping Them: Ideas for Family Child Care
2 hours
PEO
Tuition: $15
6/3
7:00 – 9:00pm
T
1 day
T
1 day
Homemade Toys for Family Child Care
2 hours
PEO
Tuition: $15
6/10
7:00 – 9:00pm
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Policies & Contracts for Family Child Care
2 hours
Tuition: $15
PEO
6/17
7:00 – 9:00pm
T
1 day
Special Needs Education Certificate Program
Behavior Strategies for Children with Special Needs
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
4/14 – 4/21
6:45 – 9:15 pm
M
2 wks
Meeting the Needs of Children with Speech and Language Disorders
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
4/28 – 5/05
6:45 – 9:15 pm
M
2 wks
M
2 wks
Meeting the Needs of Children with Anxiety
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
6/9 – 6/16
6:45 – 9:15 pm
Working with Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
6/23 – 6/30
6:45 – 9:15 pm
M
2 wks
Child Care Center Administration and Management
Interested in earning college credit now for these courses? Tulsa Tech offers a co-enrollment
option with Tulsa Community College for this series of ten classes. This series of classes can be
counted toward meeting the required administration and management training criteria for earning a
Bronze Level Oklahoma Director’s Credential.
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Effective Communication for Center Directors
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
4/10 – 4/17
6:45 – 9:15pm
TH
2 wks
Women Managing Women
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
5/22 – 5/29
6:45 – 9:15pm
TH
2 wks
Encouraging Professionalism
5 hours or .5 CEU’s
TC
Tuition: $25
6/5 – 6/12
6:45 – 9:15pm
TH
2 wks
The Tulsa Tech Early Care and Education program can bring the
classroom to you!
We can offer almost any of our early care and education courses for your staff. We can bring the
training to your facility or reserve a space at a Tulsa Tech campus location for your group.
Group sizes can range from 5 to 75 participants, offering you the opportunity to provide training
to all or just part of your staff. Training must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance of your
projected start date.
Have questions or need more information? Call 918-828-5000 or send an email to
[email protected].
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Who to Call:
Director CCRC
Karen Smith, 918-831-7230 or [email protected]
Quality Enhancement Initiative
Paige Whalen, Coordinator - 918-831-7237 or [email protected]
Director Resource & Referral
Melinda Belcher, 918-831-7223 or [email protected]
Director Food Program
Casey Moore, 918-831-7238 or [email protected]
Child Care Health Consultant
Joyce Reynolds, RN - 918-831-7245 or [email protected]
Child Care Consultant
Ellie Newby - 918-831-7234 or [email protected]
Reaching for the Stars
Linda Bradford, Tulsa, Creek, Rogers and Wagoner Counties
1-800-734-7520 or [email protected]
Scholars for Excellence in Child Care (“Scholars”) - Tulsa Community College
Ashley Watkins - 918-595-8280 or [email protected]
Amber Chase - 918-595-8024 or [email protected]
Pathway to CDA
www.okhighered.org/scholars
Gina McPherson, Scholarship Administrator - 1-866-343-3881 or [email protected]
Oklahoma Child Care Warmline - 1-888-574-5437
CECPD - Center for Early Childhood Professional Development
1-888-446-7608 or www.cecpd.org REWARD Program - Kristina Allen – 1-888-446-7608 ext. 241
or [email protected]
Oklahoma Child Care Resource and Referral (OCCRRA) 1-888-962-2772 or http://www.oklahomachildcare.org
Child Care Aware of America
1-800-424-2246 or http://www.childcareaware.org
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En Español
Noticias de biblioteca de recurso:
La Biblioteca de Recursos tiene tres nuevos kits de lectura. Oso polar, zorro y camaleón
recientemente han añadido a nuestra colección, que incluye más de 30 diferentes animales.
Nuestros kits contienen una marioneta animal y los libros que cuentan con ese animal. íSon
grandes para hacer tiempo de lectura más interactiva y divertida! Puede buscar el catálogo de la
biblioteca en línea (hay un enlace en nuestra página web), nos dan una llamada (918-831-7239), o
entrar y vernos (1601 S. Main, Suite 100). ¡Estamos encantados de ayudarle con sus necesidades
de planificación!
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¡Prepas! ¡Listos! ¡Saltan!
Aquí es una divertida actividad para hacer con los niños cuando no pueden ir afuera. Pruebe
algunos cantos de saltar la cuerda en el interior pero sin cuerdas! Que los niños repartidos y diles
que pretender que cada uno tiene una cuerda de saltar. Indíqueles que pretender recoger su
cuerda de saltar y practicar salto, recordando que quedan en su lugar. Después de unos cuantos
calientan saltos, introducir la idea de saltar a algunos jingles de saltar la cuerda. Tales como:
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, dar la vuelta.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, toque el suelo.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug salto en alto.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, tocar el cielo.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, llegar abajo.
Lady Bug, Lady Bug, toque el dedo
O quizás:
Tengo una pequeña tortuga.
Su nombre es Tiny Tim.
Lo puse en la bañera para ver si él podía nadar.
Bebió toda el agua.
Se comió todo el jabón.
Se despertó por la mañana con burbujas en la garganta.
O: Intentar saltar a favoritos conocidas como "Eensy Weensy araña" o rimas favoritas.
Cumple ELG Salud, Seguridad & Educación Físico Estándar 1:A
Creatividad Estándar 1:A
CCRC Staff:
Director...Karen Smith
Communications Coordinator...Amy Peters
Resource and Referral Coordinator...Melinda Belcher
Referral Specialists...Stephanie Howard, Dee Ann Brown, Sam Stephenson
Child Care Consultant...Ellie Newby
Infant Toddler Specialist...Jessica Ruggles
Child Care Health Consultant...Joyce Reynolds
Child Care Food Program Coordinator...Casey Moore
Quality Enhancement Initiative Coordinator...Paige Whalen
Accreditation Specialists...Shauna Meador, Cynthia Mooney, Collette Sawyer, Retta Seger
JumpStart Coordinator...Lesley Gudgel
Sprouts Child Development Initiative Coordinator...Mary Beth Smith
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Del escritorio de Jessica Ruggles, avizora de infantes, jóvenes y los de dos
años:
Distribuir esos libros alrededor Nutriendo la lectura temprana es una gran parte de ser un cuidador de la primera infancia. Usando
libros en otras áreas del salón puede ser una buena manera de fomentar la creatividad y el
aprendizaje. Aprendizaje sobre la ciencia no sólo incluye aprender sobre nuestro mundo natural
pero el lugar que tenemos en él. Ayudamos a los niños bajo nuestro cuidado se convierten en
exploradores curiosos colocando libros junto a elementos de la naturaleza para introducir a los
niños a las cosas que no se observan fácilmente. Fotos de mariposas diferentes u otros animales
imprimadas con una computadora y formadas como un libro es una solución simple. Libros
relacionados con la construcción y la vida cotidiana pueden inspirar a los niños para recrear estas
cosas en el área de bloque. Tomar fotos de los edificios y lugares para crear un libro que los niños
pueden relacionarse.
Para las matemáticas hay libros que incluyen contando, emparejando y relaciones espaciales tales
como encima y por debajo. En el área de juego dramático incluyen libros sobre cuidado de bebés,
libros de cocina con fotos y libros sobre las familias. Hacer tu propia cocina con los alimentos que
comen los niños en la escuela o en tu casa de cuidado de niños y libros con sus familias son
buenos lugares para comenzar. Libros para el área de música pueden incluir libros con dibujos de
instrumentos musicales, libros con partituras de música y cuentos infantiles sobre música o
tocando música. En el arte área utilice libros que
muestran diferentes técnicas o libros que muestran
obras de diferentes artistas. Estos también pueden
encontrarse en línea para hacer de las suyas.
Incorporación de libros en otras áreas del aula
puede abrir un mundo de ideas incluso para los
más pequeños de los niños.
Recurso: Young Children Magazine: The Reading
Chair – All Interest Areas Need Books, So Spread
Those Books Around
Our Contact Info:
Mailing Address: Child Care Resource Center
16 East 16th Street, Suite 202
Tulsa, OK 74119
Physical Address: 1601 S. Main Street - Tower 1
Tulsa, OK 74119
Phone: 918-834-CARE
FAX : 918-834-9339
Website: www.ccrctulsa.org
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Calidad del Aire en las Aulas de Cuidado Infantil
Consideraciones para la Salud
Calidad del aire afecta significativamente la salud. Efectos sobre la salud de la exposición a la
contaminación del aire (interior y exterior) pueden incluir: disminución de la función pulmonar, asma,
bronquitis, enfisema y hasta algunos tipos de cáncer. Los niños son particularmente vulnerables a
la contaminación del aire porque todavía están desarrollando sus pulmones y respiran más aire por
libra de peso corporal que los adultos.
Calidad del Aire
La contaminación del aire interior es a menudo 2 - 5 veces mayor que los niveles al aire libre de la
contaminación del aire debido a una falta general de ventilación y filtración de aire adecuado. La
presencia de suciedad, humedad y el calor estimula el crecimiento de moho y otros contaminantes,
los cuales pueden desencadenar asma y reacciones alérgicas. Afortunadamente, hay muchas
formas de reducir la contaminación del aire en el ambiente interior.
Mejorando la calidad del aire:
Nunca fumar en locales de cuidado infantil o cerca de niños. Si usted fuma, lleva una chaqueta
de smoking; eliminar al entrar en edificios.
Ralentí no vehículos. Auto escape comunicados de contaminantes que son perjudiciales para el
medio ambiente y salud (especialmente a los niños). Ralentí coches liberan aún más contaminación
que los coches en movimiento.
Prevenir el moho. Reducir el exceso de humedad mediante la fijación de las fugas. Aumentar la
ventilación natural abriendo ventanas y usar ventiladores. Si se utilizan unidades de aire
acondicionado de ventana, compruebe los filtros con regularidad y reemplace según sea necesario.
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Limpie los derrames inmediatamente. Para derrames en las alfombras, limpiar y secar las
alfombras cuanto antes para prevenir el crecimiento de moho.
Prohibir el uso de velas perfumadas y ambientadores artificiales. Estos contienen químicos
múltiples, incluyendo solventes peligrosos, para lograr su fragancia. Consisten en partículas
pequeñas que una capa de revestimiento de los pulmones y causan problemas respiratorios. Utilice
aceites esenciales diluidos en su lugar o hacer tu propio ambientador no tóxico mezclando unas
gotas de los extractos (por ejemplo, vainilla, limón, etc.) en agua en una botella rociadora.
Utilice materiales de arte no tóxico.
Evitar la exposición al monóxido de carbono (CO). Compre e instale un detector de monóxido de
carbono.
Prueba de su centro para el radón. Es la principal causa de cáncer de pulmón entre los no
fumadores. Llame a los servicios nacionales del programa de radón para comprar un kit de prueba
($15 o más): 1-800-SOS-RADON.
Las Relaciones Positivas entre Maestros y Niños
En lugares de cuidado para niños pequeños, cada momento que los maestros interactúan con los
niños, es una oportunidad para desarrollar relaciones positivas.
Al desarrollar relaciones positivas entre maestros y niños, es importante recordar que se debe:
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Hacer interacciones de uno-a-uno, cara-a-cara
Ponerse a nivel del niño para las interacciones cara-a-cara
Usar una voz placentera y calma, y un lenguaje simple al hacer contacto visual
Ofrecer contacto físico cálido y sensible
Seguir el liderazgo del niño y sus intereses durante el juego
Ayudar a los niños a comprender las expectativas de la clase
Redirigir a los niños cuando se traban en conductas problemáticas
Escuchar a los niños y alentarlos a escuchar a otros
Reconocer a los niños por sus logros y sus esfuerzos
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Diversiones con Comida:
¡Es un aperitivo! ¡Es una actividad! No - ¡es tanto!
Usted necesitará ½ banana por cada niño, un plato de
bits pretzel, un plato de dulces de chocolate (o
Algarrobo) y palitos.
Insertar un palito en la mitad de un plátano. Permita que
los niños apliquen en sus bananas el mantequilla de
maní u otro mantequilla de nuez (en caso de alergias).
Entonces deja que los niños ponerlos en el plato de
pedacitos de galletas (pretzels) y después en el plato de
chocolate.
Podrías quedar en una lección de hablando de cómo la mantequilla de nuez actúa como
pegamento y hace que los caramelos y galletas se pegan a la banana. Podías contar cuántos o los
colores de los caramelos atascados en sus plátanos. ¡Disfrute!
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