The Childcare Provider 

 
Although I'm not their mother,
I care for them each day.
I cuddle, sing, and read to them,
And watch them as they play.
 

I see each new accomplishment,
and help them grow and learn,
I understand their language,
and I listen with concern.
 

They come to me for comfort,
And I kiss away their tears.
They proudly show their work to me,
I give the loudest cheers!
 

No, I am not their mother,
But my role is just as strong.
I nurture them and keep them safe,
Though maybe not for long.
 

I know someday the time may come,
When we will have to part,
But I know each child I've cared for
Is forever in my heart!

~author unknown
 

          
 

 

 A Tribute To Childcare Providers
 

There is no job more important than ours,
no job anywhere else in the land.
We are the keepers of the future;
we hold the smallest of hands.
 

Into our care we are trusted
to nurture and care for the young,
and for all of our everyday heroics,
our talents and skills go unsung.
 

We wipe tears from the eyes of the injured.
We rock babies brand new in our arms.
We encourage the shy and unsure child.
We make sure they are safe from all harm.
 

We foster the bonds of friendships,
letting no child go away mad.
We respect and we honor their emotions.
We give hugs to each child when they're sad.
 

We have more impact than does a professor,
a child's mind is molded by four;
so whatever we lay on the table
is whatever that child will explore.
 

Give each child the tools for adventure,
let them be artists and writers and more;
let them fly in the wind and dance on the stars
and build castles of sand on the shore.
 

It is true that we don't make much money
and we don't get a whole lot of praise,
but when one small child says, "I love you,"
we're reminded of how this job pays.
 

 

~author unknown