Do you ever want to do something for your child care provider to show your appreciation?
We are here to help! Check out our list of what your provider may enjoy.
• Gift card to McDonald's, or other fast food children's restaurant
• Offer to pick up snack for the kids, or see if provider needs anything from grocery store?
• Surprise provider with favorite drink from Caribou, Starbucks, etc.
• An assortment of cards (especially if your provider is one that sends a lot of cards)
• Gift cards for a pedicure/manicure or a gift card to a hair salon
• Gift card for massage
• Gift card to zoo or other attractions for their family
• Gift card for dining out with their family
• Gift card to her favorite store, place, hobby, etc. (ask questions and find out a little more about your provider!)
• Memory Book of photos your provider has taken of the children over the past year, either scrapbook or Shutterfly
• Gift card to the movies for their family
• A night of watching the provider's kids so they can enjoy an evening out
It's the little things that count...
• Have your child make a special card or craft
• During winter time, bring an extra box of Kleenex
• Donate art/craft supplies... glue, paper, markers, crayons, etc... anything and everything. Also recyclable items... jars, containers, buttons, etc.... things that can be used for crafts/art and other activities
• Help out on field trips or other special events
• Offer to help out with special projects around the child care home... putting together a new play set, painting the child care area...anything related to the child care setting/environment
