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by Ann Douglas (Author) "The spin doctors in advertising agencies across the country like to paint a rosy picture of what it's like to be a working parent..." (more)
Key Phrases: family daycare setting, family daycare provider, family daycare home, Watch Out, United States, Head Start (more...)
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Product Description
Childcare has always been a concern for parents. There are more than 20 million U.S. households with young children, more than half of whom receive care from someone other than the parents. So how exactly is a mother and/or a father to wade through the options to determine what's right for their family? The Unofficial Guide to Childcare can help set minds at ease with its unbiased, street-smart style and practical tools to help parents interview caregivers and evaluate childcare facilities. From assessing a particular child's needs to finding a caregiver, assessing health and safety practices to noticing warning signs in daycare facilities, to transitioning a child into daycare, this guide will aid parents as they make one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

From the Back Cover
The inside scoop… for when you want more than the official line! Nothing is more important to you than the welfare of your children, especially when you can't be at home with them yourself. But with so many childcare options—daycare centers, family daycare providers, baby-sitters, nannies, au pairs, and others—it's difficult to zero in on exactly the kind of care your child needs at a price you can afford. You need to know who you can trust. You want the inside scoop. The Unofficial Guide to Childcare gives savvy consumers like you a foolproof appraisal of everything you need to know to get peace of mind—with unbiased recommendations that are not influenced by any company, product, or organization. This book, like every Unofficial Guide, is intensively inspected by the Unofficial Panel of Experts, a team of top-notch childcare professionals. They ensure that you are armed with the most up-to-date insider information available on childcare, and are told exactly what the Official establishment doesn't want you to know. In this Unofficial Guide, you get: Vital Information that other sources can't or won't reveal—from where to find the best childcare to how much it really costs. Insider Secrets on how to evaluate and choose out-of-home childcare options, how to investigate potential caregivers, and what to do if you suspect child abuse or neglect. Money-Saving Techniques that help you set a reasonable salary for your at-home caregiver and take advantage of tax breaks for your childcare costs. Time-Saving Tips designed to help you find the best possible childcare situation in the shortest amount of time. The Latest Trends in childcare arrangements—even for children with special needs. Handy Checklists and Charts to help you coordinate your childcare schedule with the rest of your family life.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 546 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (September 25, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0028624572
  • ISBN-13: 978-0028624570
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 5 x 1.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
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