The Monthly Minute by KidKare – July

Leadership in Early Childhood Education As a leader in the Early Childhood Education industry, your role is not only to provide high-quality care and education to young children but also to inspire and guide your team. Gamify Mealtime Activities ​ Are you looking for exciting and engaging ways to make mealtime fun for the children

The Monthly Minute by KidKare – June

Tips on How Childcare Professionals Can Help Children Embrace Differences In today’s society, it is more important than ever to teach children about diversity and inclusion. With the world becoming increasingly connected, it is crucial that young people learn to appreciate and respect people from all walks of life. By teaching children about the importance

Meal Planning Tips

When you’re new to the Food Program (CACFP), the essential task of meal planning can be intimidating. That’s totally understandable and why we’re offering the tips below to help you focus on what’s important and make your Food Program a success.  The best place to start is with the Food Program meal patterns. Think of

6 Tips to Increase Enrollment in Your Childcare Business

Balancing parents’ needs and your business’s success is essential in the childcare industry. One way to achieve this balance is by creating a welcoming and nurturing environment for parents and children. This can be achieved through effective communication with parents, ensuring that their concerns are addressed promptly, and providing regular updates on their child’s progress.

Maximizing Tax Benefits: How to Win on Tier II in the Food Program

While Tier II rates may seem challenging for home providers, we want to show you how you can still come out on top by leveraging tax deductions and maximizing financial benefits. Whether you’re a seasoned provider or just starting, these strategies will help maximize your participation in the Food Program. So let’s explore how you

Navigating the World of Home Daycare Grants

The world of home daycare can be challenging, with constantly changing regulations and requirements. With the expiration of the Keep Kids Fed Act on July 1, 2023, and the change back to tiering in the Food Program (CACFP), it can take a lot of work to keep up with the latest changes. However, you don’t

Tips for Home Sponsors for Retaining Tier II Providers

As a home sponsor, you know how valuable your providers are and how important it is to keep them happy and engaged. We’re sharing some helpful ideas on how to retain your Tier II providers so that you can continue to provide nutritious meals to children in your community. From checking their school and census

Keep Kids Fed Act 

The Road to June 30: Everything You Need to Know What is the Keep Kids Fed Act? In 2022, the USDA was given the power by Congress to provide schools and meal program operators with the necessary flexibility to keep feeding children. Despite the pandemic being under control, issues such as increased food insecurity and

Activities to Keep Kids Active This Summer

As a childcare educator, you know that one of the keys to keeping kids happy and healthy is to keep them active. Exercise helps kids stay at a healthy weight, improves their mood and reduces stress, and gives them more energy. It also helps them to sleep better at night. Summer is a great time

The Monthly Minute by KidKare – May

Mental health matters: Social and Emotional Development in Children This blog post discusses the importance of social and emotional development in children and provides tips for parents and caregivers on how to help children learn these skills. 5 Fun Activities to Keep Kids Active This Summer As a childcare provider, you know that one of