![](http://222.178.203.72:19005/whst/63/=rdrZldvnqjrgnoznqf//wp-content/uploads/2024/09/4-SSIC-Packard-ChildCare-Printable-GrowLanguageGarden-560x420.jpg)
Growing a Language Garden: Everyday Language Development
A reminder of the simple things you do every day that nurture children’s language skills.
Family, friend, and neighbor caregivers help children learn, grow, and flourish every day. Simple actions like talking, listening, and storytelling make a big difference in teaching children to learn new words, make choices, express themselves, and more!
Download or print this poster as a reminder of the amazing things you’re already doing to support the children in your care.
(in color, or our printer-friendly version in black and white!)
![A family making food together.](http://222.178.203.72:19005/whst/63/=rdrZldvnqjrgnoznqf//wp-content/uploads/2024/09/1-Traditions-1196320915-667x500.jpg)
Cultural Connections through Family Engagement for Building Stronger Bonds
![Adult practicing mindfulness strategies.](http://222.178.203.72:19005/whst/63/=rdrZldvnqjrgnoznqf//wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2-Mindfull-2149153835-667x500.jpg)
Mindful Caregivers
Practicing mindfulness is a great way to slow down and reset.
![Power Positive Printable.](http://222.178.203.72:19005/whst/63/=rdrZldvnqjrgnoznqf//wp-content/uploads/2024/09/5-SSIC-Packard-ChildCare-Printable-PowerPositive-667x500.jpg)
The Power of Positive
Gentle reminders for practicing self-kindness and compassion.
![A adult tracking a child's growth milestones.](http://222.178.203.72:19005/whst/63/=rdrZldvnqjrgnoznqf//wp-content/uploads/2024/09/3-Milestones-1398709804-667x500.jpg)
Tracking Child Development: A Caregiver’s Guide
Keeping track of milestones and going to routine screenings helps children stay healthy and thriving.
![Rest and Sleep printable.](http://222.178.203.72:19005/whst/63/=rdrZldvnqjrgnoznqf//wp-content/uploads/2024/09/6-SSIC-Packard-ChildCare-Printable-RestAndSleep-667x500.jpg)
Routines to Help Children Rest and Sleep
Soothing, predictable, nap and bedtime routines can help children settle down for rest.
![Grandmother reading to children.](http://222.178.203.72:19005/whst/63/=rdrZldvnqjrgnoznqf//wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PackardWebinar-v3-667x500.jpg)
The Heart of Communities: Supporting and Celebrating Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregivers