This week we will learn all about sports!

 

STANDARD SUPPLIES*

• SCISSORS
• GLUE
• PAPER PLATES
• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• GOOGLY EYES
• CRAYONS
• WASHABLE MARKERS
• WASHABLE PAINT
• BLACK PERMANENT MARKER
• TAPE
• PAINT BRUSHES
• FOOD COLORING
• STICKERS
• TOILET PAPER ROLLS (EMPTY)
• POPSICLE STICKS
• PLAYDOUGH (FLOUR, WATER, OIL, CREAM OF TARTER, SALT)
• BIG, EMPTY BIN

*(most used – recommended to have on hand)

 

EXTRA SUPPLIES*

• BLOCK
• CASSEROLE DISH
• SPOONS
• WATER
• PLASTIC BOTTLE TOP
• 2 PAINT MIXING STICKS
• GLUE GUN
• 2 BALLOONS
• PAPER TOWEL ROLL
• ALUMINUM FOIL ROLL (OR TOILET/ PAPER TOWEL ROLL)

*(special supplies for this week)

 

CRAFTS

THE OLYMPICS

SUPPLIES

• PAPER
• ALUMINUM FOIL ROLL (OR TOILET/ PAPER TOWEL ROLL)
•  PAINT

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Use the aluminum foil roll to dip into paint and stamp on your
paper.
Fill the whole paper with the Olympic colors of red, yellow, blue
and green!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | COLORS | OLYMPICS

 

FINGERPRINT BASEBALL

SUPPLIES

• WHITE PAPER
• RED MARKER
• RED PAINT

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut a large circle out of white paper.
2. Use a red marker to draw curved lines on each side of the baseball.
3. Have the child make fingerprints as the stitches on the baseball!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | SENSORY | BASEBALL

 

ACTIVITIES

ICE HOCKEY

SUPPLIES

• CASSEROLE DISH
• WATER
• BLOCKS
• SPOONS
• PLASTIC BOTTLE TOP

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill a casserole dish with water and let it freeze.
2. Have the child build hockey nets using blocks.
3. Each take a spoon and play ice hockey with the bottle top
acting as the puck!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | SENSORY | HAND EYE COORDINATION|HOCKEY

 

BALLOON TENNIS

SUPPLIES

• 2 PAPER PLATES
• 2 PAINT MIXER STICKS
• 1 BALLOON
• GLUE GUN

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Take the mixing sticks and use a glue gun to attach them on
the back of each paper plate.
2. Blow up one balloon and play balloon tennis!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
GROSS MOTOR | HAND EYE COORDINATION | TENNIS

 

RING TOSS

SUPPLIES

• 5 PAPER PLATES
• PAINT
• PAPER TOWEL ROLL
• GLUE GUN

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut holes in the center of 4 paper plates.
2. Paint them each a different color.
3. Use the glue gun and add a layer of glue to the rim of one side
of the paper towel roll.
4. Attach it to the 5th plate and add another layer of glue around
the base for stability.
5. Once the rings are dry, play ring toss!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
GROSS MOTOR | HAND EYE COORDINATION | COLORS

 

FIND MORE IDEAS ONLINE!

BOOKS
1. SPORTS HEROS
https://www.amazon.ca/When-Grow-Up-Sports-Superstars/dp/1465490930

2. GOODNIGHT FOOTBALL
https://www.amazon.ca/Goodnight-Football-Michael-Dahl/dp/1623709237

ACTIVITIES
3. ROUND UP THE BALLS
https://www.icanteachmychild.com/round-balls-game-toddlers/

4. POOL NOODLE HOCKEY
https://toddlerapproved.com/2016/06/pool-noodle-hockey-forkids.html

 

SNACK

OLYMPIC ROWERS

SUPPLIES

• CELERY
• GRAPES
• PEANUT BUTTER
• PRETZELS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut a piece of celery and fill with peanut butter.
2. Place the grapes on top of the peanut butter.
3. Place 2 pretzels in between each grape.
4. Enjoy!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | CREATIVITY

 

OUTING

VISIT THE PARK

INSTRUCTIONS

Head to a nearby park and kick a soccer ball, throw a
football, play t-ball. Make it a playdate and play sports
with your friends!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
GROSS MOTOR | SOCIAL

 

 

This week we will learn all about Transportation!

 

STANDARD SUPPLIES*

• SCISSORS
• GLUE
• PAPER PLATES
• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• GOOGLY EYES
• CRAYONS
• WASHABLE MARKERS
• WASHABLE PAINT
• BLACK PERMANENT MARKER
• TAPE
• PAINT BRUSHES
• FOOD COLORING
• STICKERS
• TOILET PAPER ROLLS (EMPTY)
• POPSICLE STICKS
• PLAYDOUGH (FLOUR, WATER,  OIL, CREAM OF TARTER, SALT)
• BIG, EMPTY BIN

*(most used – recommended to have on hand)

 

EXTRA SUPPLIES*

• BALLOON
• STYROFOAM CUP
• TOY CARS
• DISH SOAP
• VARIOUS FRUITS
• TOOTHPICKS
• PAINTERS TAPE

*(special supplies for this week)

 

CRAFTS

HOT AIR BALLOON

SUPPLIES

• BALLOON
• POPSICLE STICKS
• TAPE
• STYROFOAM CUP
•  DECORATING SUPPLIES (STICKERS, MARKERS, PAINT, ETC.)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In the photo below, a mini planting pot was used for the basket
of the hot air balloon, but we suggest using a Styrofoam cup.
2. Let the children decorate the cup as they want with all the
supplies you have on hand.
3. Blow up balloon to a medium size.
4. Tape one end of the popsicle sticks to the Styrofoam cup and
the other end to balloon as shown in picture.
5. Get the children to use their hot air balloons as a form of
transportation for their toys!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
IMAGINATION

 

RAFT

SUPPLIES

• POPSICLE STICKS
• MARKERS
• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• HOT GLUE GUN
• STRAW

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Get the children to color/decorate 6 popsicle sticks.
2. Glue those 6 popsicle sticks together by hot gluing 3 horizontally
at the back as shown.
3. Cut a triangle out of construction paper for the sail of the raft
and puncture a hole on the 2 corners of short end.
4. Feed straw through holes as shown and hot glue the end onto
the raft to complete.
5. Bring the raft to the sink and see if it floats!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
SCIENCE | FINE MOTOR

 

ACTIVITIES

CAR WASH

SUPPLIES

• WATER
• LARGE BIN
• SOAP
• TOY CARS
• WASH CLOTH

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill up the bin with water & soap (make sure to have extr
towels around)
2. Drop a few cars into the bin of water and start a CAR WASH!
3. You can have some scrubbers, cloths or anything else you can
think of to help the children clean their toy cars!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
SENSORY

 

TRAFFIC LIGHT GAME

SUPPLIES

• CONSTRUCTION PAPER (RED, YELLOW, GREEN)
• BLACK MARKER
• SCISSORS
• GLUE
• POPSICLE STICKS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut out 3 large circles from the red, yellow, and green
construction paper.
2. On red, write STOP. On yellow, write SLOW, & on green,
write GO.
3. Glue a popsicle stick to each circle as a handle.
Play the traffic light game!
Game: teach the children what each sign means and when
you hold that sign up, that’s what they have to do!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
SHAPES | COLOURS | BALANCE

 

ROAD SHAPES

SUPPLIES

• PAINTERS TAPE
• TOY CARS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Use painters tape to make shapes on the floor.
2. Bring out the toy cars and have the child drive the road
shapes with their cars!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | SHAPES

 

FIND MORE IDEAS ONLINE!

BOOKS
1. ON THE GO
https://www.amazon.ca/Go-Lift-Flap-Tab/dp/1849158789

2. MAISY GOES ON AN AIRPLANE
https://www.amazon.ca/Maisy-Goes-Plane-First-Experiences/dp/0763678252

ACTIVITIES
3. AIR, SEA, AND LAND SORT
https://teachingspecialthinkers.com/exploring-land-sea-andair-vehicles-with-safari-ltd/

4. TRANSPORTATION POM POM MATCH
https://www.123homeschool4me.com/transportation-pom-pom-matching/

 

This week we will learn all about Dr. Seuss!

 

 

STANDARD SUPPLIES*

• SCISSORS
• GLUE
• PAPER PLATES
• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• GOOGLY EYES
• CRAYONS
• WASHABLE MARKERS
• WASHABLE PAINT
• BLACK PERMANENT MARKER
• TAPE
• PAINT BRUSHES
• FOOD COLORING
• STICKERS
• TOILET PAPER ROLLS (EMPTY)
• POPSICLE STICKS
• PLAYDOUGH (FLOUR, WATER, OIL, CREAM OF TARTER, SALT)
• BIG, EMPTY BIN

*(most used – recommended to have on hand)

 

EXTRA SUPPLIES*

• SMALL CANVAS
• STYROFOAM
• SKEWER STICKS
• BANANA
• LARGE MARSHMALLOW
• RED CUPS (SMALL OR LARGE)
• CARDSTOCK PAPER

*(special supplies for this week)

 

CRAFTS

HANDPRINT FISHES

SUPPLIES

• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• CRAYONS
• SCISSORS
• GLUE

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Trace child’s hands on 4 different coloured papers (1 being blue
and 1 red).
2. Then, cut them out and glue them onto the 5th paper as shown
in picture.
3. Draw the fish faces and write the saying from the book: ‘One
fish, Two fish, Red fish, Blue fish’
This craft is great for children of all ages (even infants) because
you can do most of the work using just their little handprints –
for older children, they can trace their own hands!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
COLOURS

 

CANVAS QUOTE

• CANVAS
• PAINT
• PERMANENT MARKER

INSTRUCTIONS

A small canvas can be purchased at the dollar store, but if that is
not an option, you can also use a white sheet of paper (the sturdier,
the better)
1. Let the children paint the canvas! Set out to dry.
2. While paint is drying, look through your favorite Dr. Seuss book
to find your favorite quote! Once paint is dry, use the permanent
marker to write the quote on the painted canvas!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
RHYMING

 

ACTIVITIES

CAT IN THE HAT TOSS

SUPPLIES

• STYROFOAM CUP
• RED PAINT/RED
• SHARPIE
• RED & WHITE
• COTTON BALLS / POM POMS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add some red stripes to the white Styrofoam cup with either
paint or a sharpie / marker!
2. Use your red & white cotton balls (or any other small balls
you have) to toss into the cup!
This is a great fine motor activity for all ages! Feel free to make
a supersized version with a large poster paper rolled into a
cylinder shape!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | HAND-EYE COORDINATION

 

HOP ON POP

SUPPLIES

• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• SCISSORS
• TAPE

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut out different shapes from all the different coloured
construction paper.
2. Tape the cut-out shapes onto the floor so that they don’t
move and slide easily.
3. Call out a colour or shape for the children to HOP on.
This is such a fun way for children to learn. Adjust it to what
your child is learning. Instead of colours & shapes you could
do letters, numbers, time, anything!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
SHAPES | COLOURS | BALANCE

 

CAT IN THE HAT STACKING CHALLENGE

SUPPLIES

• RED CUPS (SMALL OR LARGE)
• CARDSTOCK PAPER

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut squares just a bit larger than the size of cups.
2. Set out the stacks of paper and cups.
3. Invite the child to stack the hats as high as they can before
they topple!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | ENGINEERING | CRITICAL THINKING

 

FIND MORE IDEAS ONLINE!

BOOKS
1. CAT IN THE HAT
https://www.amazon.ca/Cat-Hat-Dr-Seuss/dp/039480001X

2. GREEN EGGS AND HAM
https://www.amazon.ca/Green-Eggs-Ham-Dr-Seuss/dp/0394800168

ACTIVITIES
3. MAKE OOBLECK
https://abcsofliteracy.com/how-to-make-oobleck/

4. GREEN EGGS FIZZY SCIENCE EXPERIMENT
https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/green-eggs-and-ham-activity/

 

SNACK

CAT IN THE HAT SKEWERS

SUPPLIES

• SKEWER STICKS
• STRAWBERRIES
• BANANAS
• LARGE MARSHMALLOWS
• FOOD COLORING (FOR FACES)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut up bananas and strawberries in thin slices as shown
in picture.
2. Start off by sliding the marshmallow down the skewer
first. Followed by a banana slice, strawberry slice, etc., topping
it off with the tip of the strawberry to look like a hat top.
3. You can draw the face on with a toothpick dipped in food
colouring! Enjoy!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
HAND-EYE COORDINATION | FINE MOTOR

 

OUTING

VISIT THE LIBRARY

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Go to your local library, find the Dr. Seuss books and
read them all! These books are perfect for all ages because
they are fun, silly and have lots of different colors
& pictures to look at. Invite a friend with you to make it
a playdate!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
RHYMING

 

This week we will learn all about the Farm!

 

STANDARD SUPPLIES*

• SCISSORS
• GLUE
• PAPER PLATES
• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
  GOOGLY EYES
• CRAYONS
• WASHABLE MARKERS
• WASHABLE PAINT
•  BLACK PERMANENT MARKER
• TAPE
• PAINT BRUSHES
• FOOD COLORING
• STICKERS
• TOILET PAPER ROLLS (EMPTY)
• POPSICLE STICKS
• PLAYDOUGH (FLOUR, WATER, OIL, CREAM OF TARTER, SALT)
• BIG, EMPTY BIN

*(most used – recommended to have on hand)

 

EXTRA SUPPLIES*

• RESEALABLE BAG
• FARM ANIMAL TOYS
• CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX
• SOAP
• WATER
• TOOTH BRUSH
• POPCORN KERNELS
• SCOOPS
• TRUCK/TRACTOR TOY (OPTIONAL)
• BLOCKS
• CHEERIOS
• SNACK INGREDIENTS

*(special supplies for this week)

 

CRAFTS

FINGERPRINT SHEEP

SUPPLIES

• BLACK CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• GOOGLY EYES
• WHITE PAINT
• GREEN CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• GLUE STICK
• WHITE GLUE

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut out the sheeps face and legs from black construction paper.
2. Glue the legs on the green construction paper.
3. Have the child make a bunch of white fingerprints to form the
sheeps body.
4. Glue the sheeps face on, and then add the googly eyes to finish!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?

FINE MOTOR | SHEEP | SENSORY

 

CORN ON THE COB

SUPPLIES

• GREEN CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• YELLOW CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• WHITE GLUE
• GLUE STICK
• CHEERIOS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut a corn cob out of yellow paper.
2. Cut the husks out of green paper and glue them behind the corn.
3. Glue pieces of cheerios all over the corn to finish.
4. Make more to make a “field of corn”!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | SENSORY

 

ACTIVITIES

SAVE THE FARM ANIMALS

SUPPLIES

 

• RESEALABLE BAGS
•  FARM ANIMAL TOYS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill each bag with 1 farm animal and zip them up.
2. Have the child save the animals by opening them up and
putting them back on the farm!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | FARM ANIMALS

 

FARM SENSORY BIN

SUPPLIES

• LARGE BIN
•  POPCORN KERNELS
• FARM ANIMAL TOYS
• BLOCKS
• SPOONS/SCOOPS
• TOY TRUCK/TRACTOR (OPTIONAL)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill a large bin with kernels.
2. Place the farm toys and some blocks to build a fence.
3. Lay out some spoons and scoops and let the child explore
the farm!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
SENSORY | FINE MOTOR | CREATIVITY

WASH THE FARM ANIMALS

SUPPLIES

• 2 LARGE BINS
• CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX
• FARM ANIMALS
• WATER
• SOAP
• TOOTHBRUSH

 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill one bin with chocolate cake mix, pour small amounts of
water until you get the desired consistency to act as the mud.
2. Place the animals in the “mud”.
3. Set up another bin next to the mud pile, with water and soap.
4. Have the child clean their farm animals with soapy water and
a toothbrush!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
SENSORY | FINE MOTOR | HYGIENE

 

FIND MORE IDEAS ONLINE!

BOOKS
1. MOO ON THE FARM
https://www.amazon.ca/Discovery-Editors-Silver-Dolphin-
Books/dp/1684126886
2. OPEN THE BARN DOOR
https://www.amazon.ca/Open-Barn-Door-Find-Cow/
dp/0679809015

ACTIVITIES
3.FARM LACING CARDS
https://taminglittlemonsters.com/farm-lacing-cards-fine-motor-
activity/
4. ANIMAL HABITAT SORT
https://www.sarajcreations.com/2016/09/animal-habitat-sort.
html?m=1

 

SNACK

PIG BAGEL

SUPPLIES

• BAGEL
• STRAWBERRY
• BLUEBERRIES
• CREAM CHEESE
• RED FOOD COLORING
• SMALL BOWL
• 2 SPRINKLES

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix 2 tablespoons of cream cheese in a bowl with 2 drops
of red food coloring.
2. Spread the cream cheese on the bagel.
3. Cut a nose and 2 ears from the strawberry.
4. Place the strawberry nose over the hole and place the ears
on top of the bagel.
5. Use 2 blueberries for the eyes and 2 sprinkles for
the nostrils Enjoy!

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | PIG | CREATIVITY

 

OUTING

VISIT A PETTING ZOO/FARM

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Head to a nearby petting farm where you can pet all
the animals, or visit the farm exhibit at your zoo!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
SENSORY | GROSS MOTOR | FARM

 

 

This week is all about Camping. Let’s get ready for a camping adventure!

 

 

STANDARD SUPPLIES*

 

• SCISSORS
• GLUE
• PAPER PLATES
• CONSTRUCTION
• PAPER
• GOOGLY EYES
• CRAYONS
• WASHABLE
• MARKERS
• WASHABLE PAINT
• BLACK
• PERMANENT MARKER
• TAPE
• PAINT BRUSHES
• FOOD COLORING
• STICKERS
• TOILET PAPER
• ROLLS (EMPTY)
• POPSICLE STICKS
• PLAYDOUGH (FLOUR, WATER, OIL, CREAM OF TARTER, SALT)
• BIG, EMPTY BIN

*(most used – recommended to have on hand)

 

EXTRA SUPPLIES*

 

• GLUE GUN
• SKEWERS
• PEOPLE TOYS (OPTIONAL)
• ANIMAL TOYS
• TOOTH PICKS
• PAPER TOWEL
• MINIATURE MARSHMALLOWS
• FORK
• TIN FOIL
• WATER
• HOLE PUNCH
• STRING
• SNACK INGREDIENTS

*(special supplies for this week)

 

CRAFTS

FORK PAINTED BEAR

SUPPLIES

• WHITE PAPER
• FORK
• BLACK & BLACK
• CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• GOOGLY EYES
• BROWN PAINT
• WHITE GLUE

 

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Use a fork to dip into brown paint, and drag the fork all around
in a circle to create the bear’s fur.
2. Cut out ears from brown paper, and a nose from black paper.
3. Glue the ears, nose, and googly eyes to finish the bear!

 

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?

FINE MOTOR | BEAR

 

FOIL PAINTED FIRE

SUPPLIES

• TINFOIL
• WHITE PAPER
• BROWN CONSTRUCTION PAPER
• RED PAINT
• YELLOW PAINT

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut out long brown rectangles to act as the log and glue them on
the white paper.
2. Crumple a large piece of foil, then dip into the red and yellow
paint and stamp them on the paper to make the fire flames.
3. Ask the child what color red and yellow make when they are
mixed!

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | COLORS | FIRE

 

ACTIVITIES

BUILD A TENT

SUPPLIES

• TOOTH PICKS
• MINIATURE MARSHMALLOWS
• PIECES OF PAPER TOWEL
• PEOPLE TOYS (OPTIONAL)
• SUPER GLUE

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Lay out the supplies and have the child build a tent!
2. Try making different shaped tents and some that are small and big.
3. Have a mini camp out!

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
ENGINEERING | FINE MOTOR | PROBLEM SOLVING | CREATIVITY

 

GO FISHING

SUPPLIES

• LARGE BIN
• WATER
• PIPE CLEANERS
• SKEWER

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut the pipe cleaners in half, and shape them into fish.
2. Fill the bin with water, then place the fish in the water.
3. Use the skewer as a fishing rod and catch all the fish!

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | SENSORY

 

BINOCULARS

SUPPLIES

• 2 TOILET PAPER ROLLS
• STRING
• HOLE PUNCH
• GLUE GUN
• ANIMAL TOYS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Glue the toilet paper rolls together using a glue gun.
2. Punch 1 hole on each toilet paper roll and tie the string on.
3. Place animal toys all around the house and have the child go
hunt for the animals!

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | GROSS MOTOR | SEARCHING

 

FIND MORE IDEAS ONLINE!

BOOKS

1. I SPY CAMPING
https://www.amazon.ca/Spy-Camping-Guessing-Toddlers-
Kindergartners/dp/B08FV5YZQM
2. FRED AND TED GO CAMPING
https://www.amazon.ca/Fred-Camping-Peter-Anthony-Eastman/
dp/0375829652

ACTIVITIES

3.BUILD A FORT
https://prettyprovidence.com/how-to-build-blanket-fort-tipstricks/
4. NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT
https://www.freekidscrafts.com/summer-scavenger-hunt/

 

SNACK

PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY

SUPPLIES

• PEANUT BUTTER
•  JELLY
•  BREAD
•  BLUEBERRIES
•  STAR COOKIE CUTTER

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
2. Use a star cookie cutter to cut out a star.
3. Place on a plate, then add blueberries to make it look like
a shooting star in the night sky!

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | STAR

 

OUTING

VISIT THE PARK

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Go to a park and have a picnic. Bring a small tent if you
have one and pretend you’re camping! Bring the
binoculars you made this week with you and check for
any wildlife sightings!

WHAT ARE WE LEARNING?
FINE MOTOR | GROSS MOTOR | IMAGINATION

If you’re thinking about becoming a Boston nanny, we’ve put together a list of the top nine things to prepare yourself. 

 

Certifications

Having certifications will not only help you get a nannying job but will help you feel more confident in your nannying skills. The American Heart Association offers basic training to help you get CPR/First Aid Certified. Not only will it look great on a resume, but it will give you an understanding of how to help little ones during an emergency. Most classes are between four and six hours long. 

 

Learn About Child Development 

When you are around children all the time, it’s essential to have a basic understanding of their development. Not only will it help you better understand their behaviors, but it will help you plan a day that is well-rounded and full of activities that will help them grow. From books to local college certification programs, there are various resources out there to help you better understand child development. 

 

Resume

One of the best things you can do to prepare to become a Boston nanny is to write or update your resume. Your resume should outline your recent work history, certifications, and any applicable skills. Having an updated resume on hand will allow you to send it to potential families quickly. Be sure to check your resume for accuracy, grammar, and spelling mistakes.  

 

References 

When looking for a Boston nannying position, most parents will require letters of reference. It helps parents or agencies read about your skills and your best qualities from past employers and allows them to get to know you better. With an updated resume and references, potential parents will have a good understanding of your past work. 

 

Network

It’s important to get to know and network with local nannies. Nannies tend to work alone, and it can be hard to get support when you don’t have any coworkers. Networking will not only give you someone to turn to for advice but will help you feel like you know others in your field and can even lead to referrals!  

 

Research the Community

When looking to become a Boston nanny, it’s important to research the different areas of the community. Knowing what part of Boston the potential families are in will help you explore the area and find local classes, playgrounds, parks, and more! Knowing these things will help you show the parents how educated you are in the area they live and help plan fun activities for the kids once hired. 

 

Consider Experience 

When it comes to being a nanny, many parents or agencies look for various relevant childcare experiences. Anywhere from 1 to 3 years is a great starting point. If you find yourself lacking that extra experience, look for opportunities to gain more experience, like babysitting for neighbors or working in a preschool or daycare.

 

Insurance 

Most nanny positions do not come with benefits. It’s essential to consider this before accepting a position. Be sure that you have health insurance before starting a nanny position; it will help cut costs of medical bills if you get sick. 

If you plan on driving to work or driving the family’s car, you must have car insurance! Be sure to have your insurance plan in place before starting a position. It will give you and your future nanny family peace of mind. 

 

Brush Up On Cooking 

Having cooking skills is not only great for you but will also be a skill you can put on your resume when looking for a nannying position. Knowing how to cook can open up opportunities for more nanny positions and looks excellent to parents who are health conscious. 

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