Parents sign in and out via the computer using a pin code unique to their child.

The playroom has a portable air conditioning unit to keep the playroom cool in addition the central heating and air conditioning unit for the home.

Colleen's Child Care has 2 hamsters that love to entertain the children. The children gain respect for animals and learn about their living habits.

Manipulatives in drawers that are cleaned at least once a week.

An overview of the whole length of the playroom. This is where the children eat, sleep at nap time, play and learn.

The TV up on the wall is on no more than 30 minutes per day and only Disney, Noggins or PBS shows are allowed that are young child friendly.

The children's "go home" folders. Each child has a folder where art work, newletters, receipts for payment and more are placed to be taken home.

Looking toward my family's dining room table. This table is also used by the children for activities during the day.

A low to the ground high chair for toddler who are to young to sit at the table.

Looking into the dining room area which adjoins the playroom. The book shelf contains many resource books used to plan our curriculum.

Colleen's desk area which is located in the playroom itself.

The children's cubby's which are used to store extra clothing and other items from home.

The children love dry erase markers!! These are used for children learning to write their names or just experiment with markers.

Colleen's Child Care loves music and with over 100 children's CD's we have a lot to choose from.

Artwork is always placed on the bulletin for all to admire! The children love to see their creations displayed.

A look at our current birthday board. Birthdays are always celebrated with singing Happy Birthday and of course a special treat is always welcome.

Board books and paperback books are always availble and rotated weekly for variety. Colleen's Child Care also participates in Traveling Tales.

Overview of the right side of the playroom.

Colleen's Child Care State License and other accomplishments - Site Supervisor Permit and 2003 - 2006 NAFCC Accreditation Certificate.

Art materials, play dough, games and other activity items that are used daily!!! The items on these shelves get used everyday.

Diapers are always changed at the changing table then disinfected for the next child.

A closer look at the items on the shelving above the changing table.

Overview of the shelving with activity items.

Rain gutter bookshelf located above our art bulletin board used to store some of our all time favorite books.

Shelving containing manipulatives and toddler toys. All are cleaned at least once a week.

Circle / Group Time Area. The basket contains the items we regularly use for circle time. These items are rotated often based on themes and season.