Every holiday season gives us a chance to spend more time with our families. Some parents worry that their children might not learn as much if they are not at school. Kids need to rest and recover. But that doesn't mean you can't offer a lot of fun, educational things that happen away from screens at home.
Art is a normal thing for kids to do that helps them play freely. The freedom to play with different objects in a natural, unplanned way makes exploring and trying out new things possible. These creative projects and self-guided adventures are fun and teach you something. Exploring different art mediums gives young people a chance to practice a wide range of skills that are useful in life and help them learn.
Fostering connections with peers and individuals beyond the family circle forms a crucial foundation for various aspects of a child's ongoing growth and development. Introducing children to social interactions from an early age plays a pivotal role in bolstering their self-esteem and overcoming shyness.
Kids can learn and grow while having fun and learning new skills that they can share with the world through music and sing-alongs in preschool. All kids can make music, and many are excited about making their own songs and showing their artistic side by singing or playing instruments.
There is no better way for kids to learn about all four seasons than to actually live through each one. Along with cute projects like cotton ball trees and paper plate trees, there are also fun ways to learn through play, such as sorting rocks and using your senses.
MCCA has been recognized by the Maryland State Legislature for its commitment to Montgomery County issued a quality programs and special needs child care Proclamation in 2016 to MCCA for its commitment to Montgomery County child care for more than 50 years. MCCA was also selected as a 2018 nonprofit finalist for a MOXIE Award for boldness and innovation
MCCA is the oldest nonprofit licensed child care provider in Montgomery County and started its work in 1968 as a Community Action Project of the War on Poverty. Recognizing the need for quality child care programs in their neighborhoods, a group of local activists formed an association to establish centers in Montgomery County that would serve a diverse population and establish high standards for child care. Now, more than 50 years later, MCCA’s dedicated and expertly trained staff continue their tradition of providing high quality child care and play-based education for children.
Families with school aged children who can afford their child care expenses during the school year often struggle to afford the all-day programs they need when school is out for the summer. The Richard Krampf Summer Adventures Scholarship Fund was established to help provide children a safe and stimulating place to spend their weeks when school is out. Please contact an MCCA Director for details on how to apply.
