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Toddler

Does Daycare Close for Snow? Weather Closures Explained

Most Chicago-area daycares stay open on snowy days and do not automatically follow school closings. Here is how weather closures work, how you will hear about them and how to plan ahead.

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Early Kindergarten

Christmas and Holiday Gifts for Daycare Teachers

The best daycare teacher gifts are simple and personal, like a thank-you note, your child's artwork, a gift card or a class group gift. Here are ideas for every budget and things to check first.

Toddler

Switching to Whole Milk at 12 Months: Daycare Milk Rules

At 12 months most toddlers switch to whole milk, and daycares in the federal food program serve whole milk until age 2, then low-fat. Here is how the switch works and how to plan it with teachers.

Early Pre-school

Ringworm and Daycare: Policy, Treatment and When to Attend

Ringworm is a fungal rash, not a worm. Children can usually stay in daycare once treatment starts, but scalp ringworm needs prescription medicine. Here is how to spot it and stop the spread.

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Pre-school

Impetigo and Daycare: Exclusion Rules and Treatment

Impetigo is a common bacterial skin infection with honey-colored crusts. In Illinois licensed centers, children stay home until 24 hours after treatment starts. Here is how to spot it, treat it and stop the spread.