Congratulations! In Amara's Ark, you have found the ideal Daycare/Preschool to care for your child! What I have to offer your family is much more than a babysitting service! It is a loving, safe, and educational environment for your child to grow. I will offer the very best care that I can for your child. You can expect me to love and cherish your child. You can help by keeping me informed regarding any health concerns, favorite foods, fears, or special interests. I will share information about your child’s growth and activities during the time spent in my program. As a parent, you are the most important person in your child’s world and I will make every effort to support you as a family. I understand how difficult it can be for working parents to balance all of their commitments and responsibilities in their lives. For this reason I strive to offer a program that will enrich your child’s development while putting your mind at ease. I believe that self-esteem is a critical component to optimal growth in young children; I focus on developing the socialization and self-help skills needed to have a positive self-image. I will also do my best to assist your child in developing important values such as: good manners, caring/sharing, patience, responsibility, compassion for self and others, as well as communication and teamwork. I believe that children learn well (the BEST) through PLAY =) and we will implement these important values throughout our day. I also offer daily preschool activities to help ready your child for Kindergarten. He/she will learn to recognize the alphabet, shapes, colors, numbers, as well as emergent literacy reading and writing skills. We also work on name recognition and name writing. The children are given the opportunity to explore, experiment, and create in a safe and nurturing environment. It is my goal to offer your family the quality childcare and early education experience your child deserves. Please feel free to openly discuss any issues or concerns you may have at any time throughout our childcare relationship. Open and honest communication is the key in the development of your child.