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Resources for Home Daycare Success

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Calm-Down Games Guide
Emotional Regulation

Calm-Down Games Guide

Five simple, research-backed games to help toddlers manage big emotions. Printable cards you can laminate and keep in your bag, car, or classroom.

Sleep Routine Plan
Sleep

Sleep Routine Plan

A step-by-step sleep plan template based on Chelsea's proven method. Customize it for your child's age and needs. Covers nap transitions, bedtime routines, and troubleshooting.

Home Daycare Licensing Checklist
Daycare Business

Home Daycare Licensing Checklist

Everything you need to legally start your home daycare. Covers application steps, required training, background checks, fire inspection prep, insurance, and what to expect timeline.

First Week Daily Schedule Template
Daycare Operations

First Week Daily Schedule Template

A printable daily schedule template for your first week of home daycare. Arrival → free play → structured activity → snack → outdoor → nap → pickup. Based on Lesson 4 content.

Space Setup Guide
Daycare Setup

Space Setup Guide

Transform any room into a functional daycare space. Quick visual guide covering learning centers, safety checklist, and child-friendly organization tips.

50 Positive Phrases Printable
Communication

50 Positive Phrases Printable

A beautiful printable poster with 50 positive phrases to use with young children. Hang it on your fridge or classroom wall as a daily reminder.

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