The more colorful the food, the better. I try to add color to my diet, which means vegetables and fruits. — Misty May-Treanor
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Update: Our Pandemic Response
This has been an incredibly unpredictable and difficult year as the pandemic has impacted each of us and our community in different and profound ways. Throughout the pandemic, you’ve probably seen and heard messages of everyone being “in this together” although we are physically distant. It’s through that collective thinking and working together that truly amazing things have been accomplished in our community. Read More about Update: Our Pandemic Response »
Celebrating Holidays in Child Care
Whether through special art projects, sharing of traditional meals, stories, books and more, child care programs vary on how they approach holidays in their instruction and activities. Read More about Celebrating Holidays in Child Care »
Parenting Hot Topic: Toys for Your Child
Toys are an important part of every child’s development. It can sometimes feel overwhelming when considering what kinds of toys to purchase or create for your child.
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Gratitude Is the Healthiest of All Human Emotions
Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. – Zig Ziglar
November marks the beginning of the holiday season that comes at the end of a year that has been challenging for everyone. Some families may be excited to begin the season, others may be struggling emotionally. Read More about Gratitude Is the Healthiest of All Human Emotions »
Emotions Influence Every Action We Take
“Let’s not forget that the little emotions are the great captains of our lives and we obey them without realizing it.” -Vincent van Gogh
Parenting during a pandemic is an unfamiliar space for families. As the adults in the family are feeling the additional stress, strain and challenges that come with COVID-19, our children are experiencing stress, strain and challenge too. Read More about Emotions Influence Every Action We Take »
New Online Child Care Search for Ohio Families Now Available
Use the new Ohio online child care search to find child care in your area! Read More about New Online Child Care Search for Ohio Families Now Available »
Announcing a NEW Job Board, Hosted by 4C for Children
Our community needs you. Our young children need you! Child care programs across our communities are struggling to serve children and families that need them because many teacher and staff roles are open. This is an important time for you to make a difference in the lives of children!
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. We Are a Work In Progress!
4C for Children has stood for equity and inclusion across the early childhood arena and against any form of discrimination since our founding nearly 50 years ago. Read More about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. We Are a Work In Progress! »
September 22 Is National Voter Registration Day!
Children are unable to vote, but their future greatly depends on you casting your vote. Read More about September 22 Is National Voter Registration Day! »