WY Quality Counts

WY Quality Counts WY Quality Counts’ mission is to raise awareness about why quality child care matters for Wyoming.
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The WY Quality Counts program is housed in the Wyoming State Department of Workforce Services. The goal of the program is to raise awareness about why quality child care matters for Wyoming’s children, their families and our future. With funding from the Wyoming State Legislature, this program also provides scholarships, grants and training to Wyoming’s early childhood industry. Quality early care

, whether at home or outside the home, is more than a safe and nurturing place for children. Quality programs prepare children for success by using developmentally-appropriate teaching methods and materials to develop cognitive, language, social/emotional, and motor skills.

Curiosity today… confidence tomorrow 💡✨ Little questions can lead to BIG discoveries! From asking “why?” to exploring th...
03/25/2026

Curiosity today… confidence tomorrow 💡✨

Little questions can lead to BIG discoveries! From asking “why?” to exploring the world around them, nurturing curiosity helps kids grow into lifelong learners.

Try this today:
🔍 Follow their interests
📚 Visit the library
💬 Ask open-ended questions
🎨 Let them explore freely

You don’t need all the answers—just a willingness to wonder alongside them 💛

Learn more ways to support your child’s growth: dws.wyo.gov/wyqc

✨ Small Parts Make a Whole! ✨Looking for a fun, hands-on activity that builds early learning skills? Try making a colorf...
03/04/2026

✨ Small Parts Make a Whole! ✨

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity that builds early learning skills? Try making a colorful noodle necklace with your child! 🌈🍝

This simple craft helps kids explore how small parts come together to make something whole while practicing counting, color sorting, and creativity. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for quality time and conversation. 💛

✨🌌 Constellation Creations 🌌✨Keep the conversation going with a fun, hands-on activity that brings the night sky down to...
01/23/2026

✨🌌 Constellation Creations 🌌✨

Keep the conversation going with a fun, hands-on activity that brings the night sky down to earth! Using pipe cleaners and beads, children can build their own constellations while learning how stars have been used for storytelling, seasons, and navigation.

⭐ Create constellations inspired by ancient stories
⭐ Count stars and match them with beads
⭐ Strengthen creativity and fine motor skills
⭐ Learn through play

🔗 Try the activity here: bit.ly/4qBtWT3

Happy New Year! 🌟
01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🌟

These simple activities will keep your kids engaged (almost) all the way to the new year. Each activity supports the Dom...
12/28/2025

These simple activities will keep your kids engaged (almost) all the way to the new year. Each activity supports the Domains of Development and will help wrap up a great year together.

Helping kids manage big emotions is key to growing with confidence. 🌟Getting them out of their heads and into their bodi...
12/27/2025

Helping kids manage big emotions is key to growing with confidence. 🌟
Getting them out of their heads and into their bodies through fun activities teaches them to recognize and regulate their feelings.

Explore winter together from inside your cozy house - through books! Here are some great titles to check out.
12/22/2025

Explore winter together from inside your cozy house - through books! Here are some great titles to check out.

50 of the best books for toddlers: This list of books are recommended by educators and parents. Great list to take to a bookstore!

Looking for meaningful ways to welcome winter with your kids? ❄️✨Explore these simple, nature-inspired solstice activiti...
12/21/2025

Looking for meaningful ways to welcome winter with your kids? ❄️✨

Explore these simple, nature-inspired solstice activities that help little ones celebrate the season, spark curiosity, and find a little light in the shortest day of the year.

Mark the start of winter with 13 fun and easy DIY activities.

Do your kids love to hang out with you in the kitchen? Do they also love cookies? Perfect! Baking together is a great wa...
12/18/2025

Do your kids love to hang out with you in the kitchen? Do they also love cookies? Perfect! Baking together is a great way to connect. Here’s a recipe for cut out cookies to try!

This sugar cookie recipe is so versatile. Make it with regular ingredients, or it can easily be made gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free and artificial dye-free!

Gentle parenting starts with the everyday moments. In these early years, your child’s brain is growing fast, and the way...
12/17/2025

Gentle parenting starts with the everyday moments. In these early years, your child’s brain is growing fast, and the way we connect with them can shape their confidence and strengthen your bond.

12/15/2025

Secure attachments boosts brains.

So, hug it out!

Help your kids learn about their emotions with a game of charades. Acting out how each character is feeling will help yo...
12/12/2025

Help your kids learn about their emotions with a game of charades. Acting out how each character is feeling will help your kids get comfortable expressing their own emotions.

Download the cards here: wyqualitycounts.org/project/emotions-charades/

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