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Imagine Spotlight: Mirna Cartagena

January 17, 2023

This week, we’re proud to feature Mirna Cartagena, serving as a mentor and child care provider in Washington. MEET MIRNA Family is very important to Mirna Cartagena, so when she started working with her sister at the home of a child care provider, she knew it was something she was passionate about and was eager to learn more. COMING TO THE UNITED STATES Mirna grew up in El Salvador and is the oldest of four sisters. She got an education there, and

Imagine Spotlight: Jezel Ann Dagang

January 16, 2023

This week, we introduce you to Jezel Ann Dagang, who is child care provider in Washington State. MEET JEZEL She recently became a licensed child care provider, but Jezel Ann Dagang says her passion to teach kids started at a young age with help from her family. THE IMPORTANCE OF FAMILY Jezel grew up in the Philippines and was the oldest of her siblings. She says she helped them out whenever she could and often passed along what she knew to them

Holiday Activities for Kids

December 29, 2022

There is a lot going on this time of year, and it’s important to help kids celebrate the different winter holidays. Whether they celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanza, making an activity for the holiday is a good way to help kids celebrate, and learn about the different days people observe. Here are just a few ideas to get kids interested and involved this time of year. New Year Resolutions List – This can be something you do with kids that is easy

Imagine Staff Spotlight: Nadia Burkur

December 22, 2022

This week, we’re proud to feature Nadia Burkur, who is child care provider and mentor in Washington. MEET NADIA It’s not something she thought she’d be doing, but now Nadia Bukur says child care has become a passion for her. Working with the Imagine Institute as a mentor, she is helping others in her community become providers, and take advantage of the opportunities being offered. FROM CNA TO CCSG Nadia came to the Western Washington from Ethiopia in 2000, with her family.

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Holiday Picture Books for Kids of All Ages to Enjoy

December 16, 2022

This holiday season, share the love of books. Here are great books to snuggle up and read together with children of all ages. For Babies and Toddlers Tres Reyes Magos: Colors – Colores by Patty Rodriguez and Ariana Stein This bilingual board books uses vibrant illustrations of the Nativity story to introduce color names in English and Spanish. The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s 8 Nights of Chanukah by Eric Carle A very familiar caterpillar explores traditional food, games and more

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Winter Activities for Kids This Season

December 8, 2022

With the weather getting colder, many providers are looking for activities to do indoors this Winter. We are also getting closer to several holidays, but no matter what you celebrate, these activities will have kids enjoying the season and having fun! Coffee Filter Snowflakes – There are a number of ways to have kids make snowflakes, but using a coffee filter seems to be the easiest. Use the round filters and have kids paint or draw designs on them. You can also

Picture Books by Pacific Northwest Native Authors

November 30, 2022

It’s the last day of Native American Heritage Month, but it’s always a good time to share the stories of indigenous people. Check out these picture books by Native writers from Washington State and the Pacific Northwest. Baby Speaks Salish by Emma Noyes This eye-catching black-and-white book introduces babies and toddlers (and their caregivers!) to Salish, a family of languages spoken by indigenous people across the Northwest. Author Emma Noyes is a member of the Sinixt band of the Confederated Tribes of

Creating Thanksgiving activities for kids

November 23, 2022

Find the Turkey Scavenger Hunt If you are looking for a holiday-themed hide-and-seek game, consider using turkey pictures. Print out several pics of turkeys, and dress them up in hats, goggles, an apron, and then hide them around the room. Next, print out a master sheet with all the pictures you hid, and have kids look around for them, and cross them off the list when they find them. First to find all the turkeys is the winner. https://www.playpartyplan.com/turkey-hunt/ Pin the Tail

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Sharing Our Thanks for Child Care Providers

November 18, 2022

In this season of thankfulness, the Imagine Institute is especially grateful for the child care providers we work with across Washington State. Your time, effort, generosity, and love help so many children— along with their families and communities. All of us at Imagine are thankful for you and honored to provide programs and services to support you. To highlight our amazing child care community, we asked a few people who work with the Imagine Institute to share the things they love about

Finding some fun Fall activities for kids

November 11, 2022

The weather is changing, and the leaves are turning, and that means Fall is here. There are many things providers can do with their kids, both inside and outside this season that will be both educational and fun! This is just a small list we have collected for you: 1. Paper Bag Puppets Small brown paper bags can be used for more than just lunches and snacks. You can use the bags as puppets that kids can decorate. You can give them

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