Volume XX Newsletter : June 2014

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Volume XX June 2014

FEATURE

SUMMER TIME FOOD & FUNPROVIDER OF THE QUARTER

OUR DAILY NEWSANNUAL CHILDCARE CONFERENCE

SUMMER TREATS, SUGARY SWEETS

SUMMER TREATS,BRING SUGARYSWEETS

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Summer Activities

Provider of the Quarter

How did you get started?

What makes your business stand out?

What is the hardest part of the business?

How often do your parents share theirconcern for child nutrition? Favorite Meal:

Favorite Game/Activity:

Favorite Seasonal Event:Thomasena Drew

Knoxville, TN

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Thanksgiving and Christmas. During these seasons we gather food and prepare Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets for needy families. This teaches the importance of giving to those who are less fortunate than we are.

My mother and I worked in the public school system on the elementary level. Our collective goal was to open a pre-school learning center focused on preparing young boys and girls for entrance into kindergarten and first grade. God answered our prayers by fulfilling our dream. A dream that was a joy to my mother and is still a joy to me.

I involve my parents in most of the activities and I am open to parental suggestions and input. I also ask my parents to make me aware of any comments they hear from their children. All of my teachers maintain a level professionalism and together we plan things that will help our children. Our lessons are based on a curriculum that coincides with the public schools early childhood curriculum.

During the recession when the economy fell to an all-time low, many students were taken out of daycare because their parents lost their jobs.

My children and I favor outdoor games and activities. Being outside gives time for exploring their surroundings. They show much interest in nature; leaves, rocks, insect & flowers.

The favorite meal is; beef stew, cornbread, collard greens, peaches, and milk.

Parents often show concerns about the importance of their children having nutritious meals. They are aware of meals that cause children to be overweight. Parents are also very knowledgeable and express their concern about the nutrients that contribute to healthy happy children.

What is the most rewarding part of working in the childcare industry?Seeing the children learn and mature, watching them overcome negative behavior. Their hunger for learning and their eagerness to please others.

Genesis Preschool and Learning Center

MOVE & MAKE A MYPLATEMaterial Needed:

Directions:

Whistle/HornLarge Circle (Masking Tape)

Magazines, Flyers, Catalogs (cutouts)

Start by making a large circle in the Gym or on the playground. (we used colored masking tape)Cut out lots of different food pictures from grocery flyers, magazines and gardening catalogs. Place the cut-outs all over the gym or playground. When you blow your whistle or yell “go,” the kids have to: 1) Find and gather up all the food pictures, then; 2) Place the foods in the proper categories in the circle to form a “MyPlate.”

If you are not familiar with the new MyPlate food guide, you can check it out at choosemyplate.gov. To teach the food groups and their correct placement on MyPlate:

1.2.3.4.

FRUIT, FRUIT VEGGIEDirections:Instead of playing “Duck, Duck Goose” with younger children, play “Fruit, Fruit, Veggie (or veggie, veggie, fruit).” The tricky part is that they have to think up specific fruits and vegetables as they play the game. So, for instance, one child may play “apple, apple, broccoli” while another may prefer “carrot, carrot, cantaloupe.”

For each round, the child who is “it” needs to come up with a different combination of fruits and vegetables. This helps the children to learn and recall a variety of different fruits and vegetables. Follow this game with a fruit or vegetable tray for tasting and snacking.

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It is extremely important that providers remember to submit a complete claim each month. This includes Claim Records, Daily Attendance and Meal Counts, Menus, Infant Menus, Child Enrollment Forms, Income Eligibility Forms, Licenses, anything requested by the ODBTN staff. In addition, please make sure all forms are signed and dated by both the provider and parent (if needed) before submitting. Submitting an incomplete claim or incomplete paperwork could result in a delay of reimbursement for that month.

Sponsors Tip!

Summer is here! The ice-cream man has started his daily routine circling the block enticing children with his melodic sweetness; children run into the street gobbling up a delicious summer treat before it melts away. The time of poolside barbecues, popsicles, cool drinks, and trips to the lake is approaching, which makes it the perfect time to think about the consumption of sugars for your family and the children in your care.

The American Heart Association advises a daily limit of 6-9 tsp (24-36 grams) of added sugar. So, how can we alter our sugar intake to be more healthful without completely re-hauling our daily diets? First, limit the amount of hidden sugars you consume; these are found in foods you consume on a normal basis but to not expect to contain additional sweetening, such as: barbecue sauce, canned baked beans, spaghetti sauce, salad dressing, and ketchup. By reading labels carefully and finding viable substitutions you can drastically cut back on the amount of sugar consumed. Another tip is to limit the consumption of processed/prepared foods and sugary beverages and increase consumption of whole foods. In conclusion, it is best to use moderate amounts of natural sweeteners to enhance whole foods, rather than consuming processed foods with added or hidden sweeteners. Some examples of this would be: adding honey or jam to whole grain toast, adding maple syrup to homemade oatmeal, or adding strawberries and low-fat granola to yogurt for a sweet treat.

According to truthonhealth.org, the human relationship to sweetness was born out of a necessity to survive. Sweet fruits and vegetables were normally safe to eat; whereas, the more bitter foods could be harmful or toxic. However, in the age of processed foods and refined sweeteners our relationship to sugar has become a dangerous one that is starting to take a toll on our children. As stated by Connie Evers, “It is estimated that 16% of the calories in children’s diets now come from added sugars.” These empty calories have very little nutritional value, and leave little room for more

healthy choices such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, and proteins. Overconsumption of sugary foods can lead to tooth decay, weight and emotional problems, diabetes, and other hindering health complications.

Spring Recipes & Activity

SUMMER TREATS BRINGSUGARY SWEETS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Kids.gov is the official kids' portal for the U.S. government which aims to create “a safe place where kids can create, share, and learn.” It links to over 2,000 web pages from government agencies, schools, and educational organizations, all geared to the learning level and interest of kids. Kids.gov focuses on three target audiences: Kindergarten through fifth, sixth through eighth, and educators. Topics that are included in tabs on the website include arts, science, math, and many more. Kids.gov also provides a section on games and activities that families can do together than can be both fun and educational.

Provider’s Resource

www.kids.gov

”A Diamond Jubilee”60th Annual

Tennessee Association forthe Education of

Young Children Conference

October 8 , 2014 toOctober 11 , 2014

Chattanooga Convention & Trade Center

Chattanooga, TNMore Info: taeyc.org

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Actual sugar levels in popularsummer soft-drinks.

Planting the Seeds &Making a Difference

18th Annual Our Daily Bread of TNChild Care Conference

August 9 , 2014 Downtown Hilton HotelKnoxville, Tennessee

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KNOXVILLE CONFERENCE

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18th Annual Our Daily Bread of TNChild Care Conference

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Our Daily Bread of Tennessee, Inc., and the Child Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) play a vital role in improving the quality of child care for children by making care more affordable for many low-income families. Through CACFP, more than 3.2 million children are served nutritious meals and snacks each day across the country.

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This July & August, nearly 500 child care professionals will gather in Memphis, TN and Knoxville, TN for the Our Daily Bread of Tennessee Annual Childcare Conferences. You are invited to spend the day withus learning, growing & having fun in the process.

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