The secret to boosting your baby’s future math, reading and language skills is already sitting in your favorite music playlist. Whether you’re listening to the throwback hits of Britney Spears or turning on the rhymes and rhythms of Sesame Street, any kind of music helps your child’s brain develop—even if it’s a silly song about gummy bears.
Music acts like brain superfood for babies, shaping how your child learns, talks and connects with the world. You don’t need a perfect singing voice to make a difference—just a little rhythm during your daily routine. Read on for more benefits.
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We’re counting down the days until the deadline for child care providers to earn their Ohio Approved Professional Development (PD) hours. All Step Up To Quality (SUTQ)-rated program staff are required to complete at least 10 hours of training.
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September is Baby Safety Month. As a parent, your top priority is keeping your baby safe. Babies and young children grow and develop quickly and with each new stage of development safety standards can change.
4C for Children, the leading child care resource and referral agency serving Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Woodring as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.
July brings summer heat, fireworks and cookouts. This year, it also brings changes to professional development (PD) requirements for Step Up To Quality (SUTQ)-rated programs. Keep reading for the changes and what you’ll be required to complete by June 30.