Linking Literacy with Food - Child Care Provider Training

Mix books with food experiences to introduce literacy to children. Early reading and language development help children be “school ready,” which increases their opportunities for academic success. You’ll experience new ways to connect with children as you incorporate food-related activities in lessons with well-loved children’s books.

Intended audience: Child care providers

Format: One 2-hour class

Certification: Approved by Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) for Child Care Professional Development Credit and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

Intended Audiences:
Child Care Provider

Contact Name
Lyndi Buckingham-Schutt
319-231-0414
Program Area
Human Sciences
Category
Early Childhood Education and Child Care
Critical Issue
Health, Nutrition and Well-Being
Interest Areas
Business & Industry,
Food Nutrition & Health,
Home & Family,
Kids, Teens & 4-H