Welcome to Heather's In-Home Daycare!
Hello! My name is Heather Bjorklund and I have been a licensed childcare provider for the past 22 years! I provide a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for children of all ages.
I provide many daily activities such as storytime, music & dancing, group games, arts & crafts, & outdoor play.
A Child Care Provider. . . . .
Gives hugs and kisses and fixes "boo-boo's";
Keeps a record of your child's attendance;
Plans nutritious meals and snacks;
Keeps parents informed of their child's progress on a daily basis;
Laughs at all their silly Knock-Knock jokes!;
Doesn't laugh when a child is trying to be serious;
Can tell you at any given moment what a parent owes her!;
Wipes spills and mops the floor;
Keeps a record of all expenses for tax purposes;
Encourages individuality in each child;
Shops for food and art supplies;
Colors, paints and glues;
Cleans up after coloring, painting and gluing!;
Provides age appropriate activities for the children;
Prepares Breakfast, Lunch, and a snack each day;
Cleans up after Breakfast, Lunch and snack each day!;
Is prepared for unannounced visits from the Licensing Department;
Offers a drink to a thirsty child;
Changes diapers and clothing when soiled;
Helps children respect the personal feelings and property of others;
Plans a flexible daily program that responds to the needs and interests of the children;
Gives snuggles and cuddles whenever they are needed;
Encourages good behavior and redirects when necessary;
Finds missing puzzle pieces and fixes broken toys;
Settles an argument over a favored toy!;
Plans her day around other families schedules;
Promotes good health and safety habits;
Maintains a safe, clean and tidy home environment;
Builds giant skyscrapers with lego and duplo;
Gives praise and recognition for a job well done!;
Dries tears and chases away fears;
Promotes creativity in all children;
Attends seminars and special training sessions to enhance skills;
Plans special days for children's birthdays and holidays;
Sings nursery rhymes and other silly songs;
Sings the "Cleanup Song" over and over and over....;
Plays games and "let's pretend";
Reads a favorite story;
Answers the proverbial question "Why?" a hundred times a day!;
Encourages self-help skills;
Helps a child learn self control;
Uses quiet and respectful tones when angry;
Watches a puppet show and applauds in all the right places!;
During nap time, plans activities for tomorrow, as she gulps down her lunch!;
Maintains a current First Aid/CPR Certificate;
Is a great listener for parents who are in need of reassurance;
Attends meetings of the local Child Care Resource and Referral Office;
Gives rides in the wagon and pushes on the swing;
And somehow through all of this, finds the time for her own family
at the end of a busy day!
~ Author Unknown ~
