Easter Story Cookies
You need:
1 c. whole pecans
1 tsp. vinegar
3 egg whites
Pinch salt
1 c. sugar
Zipper baggie
Wooden spoon
Tape
Bible
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
Place the pecans in a zipper baggie and let the children beat them with the wooden spoon to break them into small pieces. Explain that after Jesus was arrested, the Roman soldiers beat him. Read John 19:1-3.
Let each child smell the vinegar. Put 1 tsp. vinegar into a mixing bowl. Explain that when Jesus was thirsty on the cross he was given vinegar to drink. Read John 19:28-30.
Add the egg whites to the vinegar. Eggs represent life. Explain that Jesus gave His life to give us life. Read John 10:10-11.
Sprinkle a little salt into each child's hand. Let them taste it and brush the rest into the bowl. Explain that this represents the salty tears that were shed by Jesus' followers, and the bitterness of our own sin. Read Luke 23:27.
So far, the ingredients are not very appetizing.
Add the 1 cup sugar. Explain that the sweetest part of the story is that Jesus died because He loves us. He wants us to know and belong to Him. Read Psalms 34:8 and John 3:16.
Beat with a mixer on high speed for 12 to 15 minutes until stiff peaks are formed. Explain that the color white represents the purity in God's eyes of those whose sins have been cleansed by Jesus. Read Isaiah 1:18 and John 3:1-3.
Fold in broken nuts. Drop by teaspoons onto wax paper covered cookie sheet. Explain that each mound represents the rocky tomb where Jesus' body was laid. Read Matthew 27:57-60.
Put the cookie sheet in the oven, close the door and turn the oven OFF. Give each child a piece of tape and seal the oven door. Explain that Jesus' tomb was sealed. Read Matthew 27:65-66.
GO TO BED! Explain that they may feel sad to leave the cookies in the oven overnight. Jesus' followers were in deep despair when the tomb was sealed. Read John 16:20 and 22.
On Easter morning, open the oven and give everyone a cookie. Notice the cracked surface and take a bite. The cookies are hollow! On the first Easter Jesus' followers were amazed to find the tomb open and empty.Read Matthew 28: 1-9. HE HAS RISEN!
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What ways do you use to communicate with parents?
Upon request I can provide a daily sheet informing parents of daily activities, food consumption, bathroom progress, and other information. I give a verbal run down of how our day was, menu is posted so that you know what was for lunch. I can email a daily sheet of activities upon request.
How will discipline be handled while my child is in your care?
Discipline will be handled on a case by case basis. However no physical punishment will be used even if the parent requests it. I will use redirection, natural-consequence, and time out if absolutely necessary.
What is your sick child policy?
I will call you if your child has a fever, is vomiting, or has diarrhea. Low grade fevers may be caused by teething and are not necessarily cause for a child to be sent home. Children will need to go at least 24 hours without a fever, diarrhea, or vomiting before coming back.
Do you charge extra if I'm late picking up my child?
I expect parents to pick up children before closing time, however I do understand that sometimes due to traffic or bad weather conditions being late can happen. I normally do not charge if I receive a phone call keeping me updated on your situation and letting me know you are on your way. If I have repeat late pick ups I give a warning that I will start to charge you if you continue to be late.
What are your safety/security policies?
My home is childproof with safety latches on all cabinets, electrical outlets have childproof covers, I have baby gates installed in all necessary places. We have an active home alarm system. My home is clean, some days you may find dishes in the sink but that is because I give the children attention all day and the dishes can wait. Toys are cleaned weekly, Blankets used for nap time are washed every weekend unless they need washed before then. I encourage children to wash their hands after bathroom visits, and before meals. I will only release children to you or a family member that you have introduced to me and with prior knowledge of pick up changes, I may require them to show me their drivers license or ID.
Do you have a written contract?
I do have a financial agreement form that I ask each family to fill out and return before care or day care starts. I feel it is important to have something on paper to protect both parties.
Do you provide structured care?
I feel that following a daily schedule as best as we can is sufficient. I also feel that kids are kids for only a short while before they go off to school and have to sit at a desk all day, with that said kids in my care are free to play during free play with whatever toys they choose. But that does not mean that we don't have times that the children are read to, we also have a variety of other activities we do during the day. They are not just sitting in front of a t.v.
My goals as a provider are to:
Keep children safe and well cared for during child care hours.
Provide fun and educational activities.
Encourage children to play, get along, and follow child care rules.
Teach children to respect each other, toys, and property.
Provide the children with a warm and loving experience in child care.
Instill a sense of belonging, responsibility, and security in children.
Help children explore their desire to learn and discover their own creativity.
For children to feel like they have a second home, where they are loved and are part of an extended family
Daily Schedule
7:30 a.m. ~ 10:00 a.m Arrival Time/Free Play Time
10:00 a.m. ~ Morning Juice & Snack
10:00 a.m. ~ 11:00 a.m. Group activities, preschool curriculum, or outside play weather permitting
11:00 a.m. ~ 12:00 p.m. Free PlayWash up for lunch, watch PBS or educational video's, or color time at table while lunch is prepared
12:00 p.m.~ 12:30 p.m Lunch Time
12:30 p.m. ~ 1:00 p.m. Story Time, and/or Outside Play when weather permits
1:00 p.m. ~ 3:00 p.m. Quiet Time
3:30 p.m. ~ 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Snack & Bus Drop Off
4:00 p.m. ~ 5:30 p.m. Free Play & Parent Pick Ups
*Note this is only a general guideline of your child's daily activities; our schedule may change due to infant care, children's wishes, special activities, school schedules due to early dismissal's or no school days ect.. Because this is a home daycare our schedule is flexibleAbout our days:I have a large playroom with toys for all ages. I provide a.m. snack, hot lunches on most days, some days we have sandwiches, & afternoon snack as well. We have our fruits and veggies on most days and we always have milk with our lunch. I will try to post a weekly lunch menu on our bulletin board.We do go outside to play weather permitting and if every child has the appropriate clothing for the weather. We have quiet time everyday, I don't force children to fall asleep they just have to be quiet while watching a movie just in case their friends are sleepy. Smaller children do nap everyday and this is why pre-school age children have to have quiet time.
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What ways do you use to communicate with parents?
Upon request I can provide a daily sheet informing parents of daily activities, food consumption, bathroom progress, and other information. I give a verbal run down of how our day was, menu is posted so that you know what was for lunch. I can email a daily sheet of activities upon request.
How will discipline be handled while my child is in your care?
Discipline will be handled on a case by case basis. However no physical punishment will be used even if the parent requests it. I will use redirection, natural-consequence, and time out if absolutely necessary.
What is your sick child policy?
I will call you if your child has a fever, is vomiting, or has diarrhea. Low grade fevers may be caused by teething and are not necessarily cause for a child to be sent home. Children will need to go at least 24 hours without a fever, diarrhea, or vomiting before coming back.
Do you charge extra if I'm late picking up my child?
I expect parents to pick up children before closing time, however I do understand that sometimes due to traffic or bad weather conditions being late can happen. I normally do not charge if I receive a phone call keeping me updated on your situation and letting me know you are on your way. If I have repeat late pick ups I give a warning that I will start to charge you if you continue to be late.
What are your safety/security policies?
My home is childproof with safety latches on all cabinets, electrical outlets have childproof covers, I have baby gates installed in all necessary places. We have an active home alarm system. My home is clean, some days you may find dishes in the sink but that is because I give the children attention all day and the dishes can wait. Toys are cleaned weekly, Blankets used for nap time are washed every weekend unless they need washed before then. I encourage children to wash their hands after bathroom visits, and before meals. I will only release children to you or a family member that you have introduced to me and with prior knowledge of pick up changes, I may require them to show me their drivers license or ID.
Do you have a written contract?
I do have a financial agreement form that I ask each family to fill out and return before care or day care starts. I feel it is important to have something on paper to protect both parties.
Do you provide structured care?
I feel that following a daily schedule as best as we can is sufficient. I also feel that kids are kids for only a short while before they go off to school and have to sit at a desk all day, with that said kids in my care are free to play during free play with whatever toys they choose. But that does not mean that we don't have times that the children are read to, we also have a variety of other activities we do during the day. They are not just sitting in front of a t.v.
My goals as a provider are to:
Keep children safe and well cared for during child care hours.
Provide fun and educational activities.
Encourage children to play, get along, and follow child care rules.
Teach children to respect each other, toys, and property.
Provide the children with a warm and loving experience in child care.
Instill a sense of belonging, responsibility, and security in children.
Help children explore their desire to learn and discover their own creativity.
For children to feel like they have a second home, where they are loved and are part of an extended family
Daily Schedule
7:30 a.m. ~ 10:00 a.m Arrival Time/Free Play Time
10:00 a.m. ~ Morning Juice & Snack
10:00 a.m. ~ 11:00 a.m. Group activities, preschool curriculum, or outside play weather permitting
11:00 a.m. ~ 12:00 p.m. Free PlayWash up for lunch, watch PBS or educational video's, or color time at table while lunch is prepared
12:00 p.m.~ 12:30 p.m Lunch Time
12:30 p.m. ~ 1:00 p.m. Story Time, and/or Outside Play when weather permits
1:00 p.m. ~ 3:00 p.m. Quiet Time
3:30 p.m. ~ 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Snack & Bus Drop Off
4:00 p.m. ~ 5:30 p.m. Free Play & Parent Pick Ups
*Note this is only a general guideline of your child's daily activities; our schedule may change due to infant care, children's wishes, special activities, school schedules due to early dismissal's or no school days ect.. Because this is a home daycare our schedule is flexibleAbout our days:I have a large playroom with toys for all ages. I provide a.m. snack, hot lunches on most days, some days we have sandwiches, & afternoon snack as well. We have our fruits and veggies on most days and we always have milk with our lunch. I will try to post a weekly lunch menu on our bulletin board.We do go outside to play weather permitting and if every child has the appropriate clothing for the weather. We have quiet time everyday, I don't force children to fall asleep they just have to be quiet while watching a movie just in case their friends are sleepy. Smaller children do nap everyday and this is why pre-school age children have to have quiet time.
Labels: General Info
2 comments
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