Directing a child-care program is exhausting, not to mention complicated, so it is paramount that a dedicated, knowledgeable person oversees these operations. This article will explore some of the many qualifications needed to be an effective child care center director.

Children need to spend time outdoors. This article discusses ways to asses the safety of playgrounds for young children.

Toddlers bite because it is a natural part of their growth and development. This article will look at some strategies parents and caregivers alike can implement to prevent biting behavior.

It’s critical for child-care providers to choose wisely because the right toy can stimulate child development.

Child-care programs have sick child policies in place for the safety and protection of the children they serve.

Infants and toddlers need environments that are welcoming and responsive.

To assist in making decisions about quality child care, parents can look for certain personal traits when selecting a caregiver for their child.

Planning healthy menus to help ensure healthy children.

One way to ensure those things are happening is to plan a surprise visit to your child’s child-care center to observe the conditions. Here are a few things the LSU AgCenter expert says to consider looking for and inquiring about on such a visit.

An increasing body of research shows that quality child-care and educational programs early in a child’s life has a profound impact on their development.