Caring for Our Children

The fourth edition contains guidelines on the development and evaluation of the health and safety of children in early care and education settings. This guide features 10 chapters of more than 650 standards and dozens of appendixes with valuable supplemental information, forms, and tools.



KEY FEATURES

More than 100 updated standards and appendixesUpdated appendixes, including Signs and Symptoms Chart, Recommended Immunization Schedule, and Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health CareCompletely revised and updated topics on environmental health, infectious diseases, and nutritionTOPICS INCLUDEStaffingProgram activities for healthy developmentHealth promotion and protectionNutrition and food serviceFacilities, supplies, equipment, and environmental healthPlay areas and playgrounds, and transportationInfectious diseasesChildren with special health care needs and disabilitiesAdministrationLicensing and community actionAnd more ...