Learning

Early experiences and relationships lay the foundation for how your child grows and learns. Brain studies show that a flurry of important learning takes place during infancy through preschool and early primary school years. Quality experiences during this time can make a difference in your child's later success in school and as an adult.
Depending on your child's age, a number of early childhood programs are available to support your family and child: family and center child care, Head Start, public schools, and special needs resource services. Regardless of the program you choose or utilize, look for caregivers who understand child growth and development. Watch to see that caregivers allow your child to make meaningful choices, explore with all five senses, and learn at the rate that is best for him or her.

What does a rich early learning environment look like?

  • Caregivers understand how children grow and learn, and they receive regular training to improve their skills.
  • Caregivers plan activities and experiences that are right for each child's age and level of development.
  • Caregivers are respectful of children and help them solve problems.
  • Caregivers read to the children every day and talk about what they are reading.
  • Caregivers seek out resources or specialists when there are developmental concerns.
  • Children feel safe and secure with their caregivers.
  • Children have lots of opportunities to choose their own play activities
  • Children are happy and explore actively using all of their senses.
  • Parents are invited to participate with their children often.
  • Parents feel they are important partners in their children's early learning

CCR&R Service Delivery Area includes:
Adams, Clark, Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, Marquette, Portage, Taylor, Waushara, and Wood Counties

Child Care Resource & Referral of Central Wisconsin, Inc. provides child care referrals to families in the entire service delivery area, and assistance and support to child care providers and communities in
Adams, Clark, Marquette, Portage, Waushara, and Wood Counties.

Child Care Connection, Inc. provides assistance and support to child care providers and communities in Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, and Taylor Counties.

Child Care Resource & Referral of Central Wisconsin, Inc.
210 East Jackson Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
715.423.4114 | 800.628.8534