Resources for Parents & Providers
Explore our trusted child care resources—supporting families and child care providers in Sacramento since 1976.
Resource Lending Library
Find books, activities, and learning tools designed to support children’s development. Families and providers can borrow materials that inspire play, creativity, and learning.
Digital Attendance Made Simple
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Benefits of Digital Attendance A simpler, more reliable way to track care—together Digital Attendance makes it easier for families and child care providers to stay…
Claim Your MCCP Provider Profile
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At Child Action, we’re here to support your child care business and help families discover the warm, nurturing environment you create every day. Claiming your…
Child Care Staffing: Take Your Time with Hiring and Act Swiftly on Terminations
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Why Hiring and Termination Decisions Matter Staffing choices directly shape children’s safety, family trust, team morale, and your business reputation. Taking your time when hiring—and…
Basic Steps to Getting Licensed
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Start Your Licensing Journey Opening your own family child care business is an exciting way to support children and families in your community. The licensing…
The Importance of Play Activities for Children
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Play is an essential part of every child’s healthy growth and development. It’s how children learn about themselves and the world around them. Through play,…
Setting Your Rates
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Build a Plan to Help you Set your Rates You deserve a pricing plan that sustains your quality care. Setting child care rates can feel…
Marketing Your Child Care Business
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Running a child care business takes heart and hard work. But even the best program won’t stay full if families can’t find you. Marketing your…
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