Ohio Head Start Association, Inc.

The cold weather is coming and here are some important reminders about dressing for colder temperatures. ❄️Children are at greater risk for frostbite than adults. The best way to prevent frostbite is to make sure children dress warmly and don’t spend too much time outside in extreme weather. ❄️Dress children in layers of warm clothing. If the top layer gets wet, they will still have a dry layer underneath. ❄️Tuck scarves inside coats and jackets to prevent them from becoming strangulation hazards. ❄️Car seats and winter coats don’t mix. Bulky coats can compress in a crash and create a loose car seat harness. Instead, lay the jacket or a blanket over children once you’ve safely strapped them into their car seat. #OHSAI #HeadStart

Story time 📖 is important for brain development, even for babies who do not talk yet. When you read 📙 with children, they are connecting the words you say to the pictures on the page and to the things in their world. All of those connections are brain 🧠 connections! Any child in Ohio between birth and age 5 is eligible for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio which is available at no cost to families and mails 📦 kids one free book each month until his or her 5th birthday. Enroll here: https://loom.ly/6V_YDK8 #OHSAI #theimaginationlibrary #OhioEarlyChildhoodEducation

Today is Let's Hug Day. From Sesame Workshop: Not all children may feel comfortable hugging another person, but they can still benefit from hugs by practicing hugging themselves. Invite children to try patting themselves on the back, closing their eyes, and rocking back and forth, or squeezing tightly or gently. Do they have a favorite way to hug themselves? Remind children that when they’re feeling anxious, sad, angry, or scared—or any of those feelings at the same time—a hug can feel really good. #letshugday #OHSAI #HeadStart

Washing your hands is easy, and it’s one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs. Follow these five steps every time! 1️⃣Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap. 2️⃣Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. 3️⃣Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice. 4️⃣Rinse your hands well under clean, running water. 5️⃣Dry your hands using a clean towel or an air dryer. #handwashingawarenessmonth #OHSAI #HeadStart

Enrolling your foster child in #HeadStart has never been easier with #OHSAI!💙 We provide affordable care and support for your child, helping your family reach employment, education, and parenting goals. Take the first step in providing a brighter future for your child by enrolling them in our Head Start program today! Visit our website at https://loom.ly/JYdhxsA to learn more. #OHSAI #Headstart

Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at #OHSAI! We are thankful for you and everyone who has a hand in making Head Start possible💙 Enjoy the holiday!

Naps are an easy way to help your kids get sleep in for their developing brain! #DYK? 😴By 4 months most children take three to four naps per day. 😴By 8 months most children take two naps. 😴By 21 months most children take one nap. 😴By age 6 most children no longer nap. #SafeInfantSleep #SafeToSleep #BedtimeRoutines #OHSAI

November is Native American Heritage Month. Serving traditional foods is a great way to teach about any culture because it allows children to connect with and experience the culture firsthand. Making frybread is a simple recipe to share with the class, https://loom.ly/fkZAM0U Then read the book Fry Bread or even listen to the author read aloud the book: https://loom.ly/MrR5VXc #OHSAI #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

Unity for Children's Future: Let's unite for our kids! 🤝Staff in Ohio's Head Start programs are creating a brighter future for themselves, their families, and our community. Urge our leaders to support this cause, paving the way for success and joy in every child's life. #UniteForKids #OHSAI #HeadStart #HeadStartPreschool #EarlyHeadStart

Head Start offers a unique environment for educators and students. By providing family-style meals and comfortable couches, chairs, and mats for sitting, our warm setting allows children to feel confident, safe, and at home. In this secure and engaging environment, they can begin to master the skills necessary for learning in kindergarten. Be part of the Head Start family, visit https://loom.ly/KJ0R1qM to find your next job! #OHSAI #HeadStart #HeadStartPreschool #EarlyHeadStart