Resources for Providers

Project Braintree is an educational tool available to both Providers as well as parents. We want preschool children to get excited about learning the fundamentals of math and science! Math and Science kits are available on loan for use by licensed child care homes, centers, registered ministries and parents. The kits are full of books, toys and games that highlight concepts such as shapes, patterns, counties, ecology and more! 

For more information about Project Braintree, please call Lorrell Kilpatrick 219-981-4100 ext. 314 or Email: lkilpatrick@workonenw.com. 

For a List of Some Kit Descriptions: Click 

Child Care Resource Library 

Workforce Development Services Inc. / Child Care Resource and Referral now has a lending library full of books and videos that you can borrow.

This includes:

Over three hundred books for everything from the business of daycare, child development, positive parenting, pregnancy, understanding disabilities and activities for the children. View the Book List 

Over 70 videos on topics such as dads, quality childcare, teacher resources, parenting and more. View the Video List 

Hundreds of Children's books by top authors from Aardema to Zoehfeld. We also include titles appropriate for various ages and ethnicities--even titles in Spanish. View Children's Book List 

Members of the community who wish to access materials in the WDS/CCRR Lending Library will need to apply for a patron card by completing the "Cardholder Information Form" and by signing a copy of the policy. 

The WDS/CCRR Lending Library is located at the Gary WorkOne Center, 1776 35th Ave. Gary. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed major holidays. Cardholders may use the library to check in and check out materials. 

Read the Complete Lending Policy 

Foundations to the Indiana Academic Standards for Young Children from Birth to Age 5  have been developed by individuals with expertise in children ages birth-5. The Foundations are based on the latest national research and findings for all content areas and domains. By outlining specific skills and concepts and giving examples of instructional strategies, these foundations will support teachers, parents, and caregivers as they develop appropriate experiences for young children to help ensure success in kindergarten. Click Here