We’ve been getting requests for resources on special need preschools, so I would like to start compiling lists to make it easier for parents. You may also go directly to MomTrusted.comto search for special needs preschools in your area. Just enter your zip code, then select the special needs and preschool checkboxes on the map page.
Here’s the preschool list for Brooklyn. Click on the Preschool Name to learn more about them.
The Child Study Center of New York– 167-171 Clermont Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205
The Children’s Center For Early Learning– 83 Marlborough Road, Brooklyn, NY 11226
The Guild For Exceptional Children– 1273 57 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Yaled V’ Yalda Early Childhood Center– 563 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Yelad V’ Yalda Head Start– 600 Mcdonald Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Yeled V’ Yalda Early Head Start– 1263 38th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Yeled V’ Yalda Early Childhood– 6012 Farragut Road, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Yeled V’ Yalda Early Childhood Center– 2166 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Yeled V’ Yalda Gan Ysroel Head Start– 3909 15 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Yeled V’ Yalda Head Start– 1353 50 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Yeled V’ Yalda Head Start– 4206 15 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Yeled V’ Yalda Head Start– 6002 Farragut Road, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Yeled V’ Yalda Head Start– 1601 42nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Yeled V’ Yalda Early Childhood Center– 204 Keap Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Yeled V’ Yalda Early Childhood Center– 407 East 53 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Yeled V’ Yalda Early Childhood Center– 5110 18 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Yeled V’ Yalda Early Head Start– 6012 Farragut Road, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Yeled V’ Yalda Head Start– 12 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Yeled V’ Yalda Head Start– 667 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Kings Bay YM-YWHA– 3495 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11229
Kingsbay Y Afterschool Annex– 3043 Avenue W 1st Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11229
A.M.A. Family Daycare– 350 East 9th st., Brooklyn, NY 11218
Attention Texas Parents:
We now have licensed child care centers in Texas on MomTrusted.com!

Now find child care in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, Fort Worth, Arlington, Corpus Christi, Plano, Garland, and ALL locations in Texas on MomTrusted.com now!
Attention New York Parents:
We now have licensed child care centers in New York on MomTrusted.com!
Now find:
New York City child care, New York City preschools, New York City inhome family care, New York City nannies, and New York City babysitters.
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and ALL locations in New York on MomTrusted.com now!
My picks for the top 20ish mom (+1 dad) blogs in Ohio. They are all a little different, so I like them for different reasons.
Stop, Drop, and Blog – Fun theme, beautiful pictures, down to earth posts
Classy Chaos – Fun and sophisticated
Mommy Bits – Writings about family, life, and tech
Ms. Single Mama – Packed with tons of great content and videos
Mom of 2 Peas – This blog makes me smile
Working Moms Against Guilt – 4 moms write about working, kids, and guilt
Classic Ivory – Cute blog about Lindsey and her family
The Life of Dad – Humorous writings about parenting and fatherhood
Paper Glue Etc. – Eclectic and thoughtful
The Bird’s Nest – Lots of fun stuff packed in this blog
The Tomecko Echo – Just an honest look at life
Mom Going Green – Going green for a healthy family and earth
Mommin’ It Up – 2 moms writing about life with kids
Starr Family Blog – Lovely designed blog with lovely photos of life
Family Friendly Cincinnati – Family friendly dining, events, and attractions in Cincinnati
Akron Ohio Moms – Giveaways, Food, and Reviews
Being Mom2Amara – Just feels real…Like a close friend
So This Is Life – Blog about life + cute crafts
Mandi Minding Money – Deals and money saving tips
Bullfrogs and Butterflies Baby – Product Reviews
A Busy Mom of Two – Who can’t relate to a busy mom? :)
DustinNikki Mommy of Three – Giveaways and Products
Know any other really great Ohio parent blogs? Post your top pick here in the comments! :)
Attention California Parents:
We now have licensed child care centers in California on MomTrusted.com!
Now find:
Los Angeles child care Los Angeles preschools Los Angeles inhome family care Los Angeles nannies Los Angeles babysitters
Long Beach child care Long Beach preschools Long Beach inhome family care Long Beach nannies Long Beach babysitters
San Diego child care San Diego preschools San Diego inhome family care San Diego nannies San Diego babysitters
Santa Ana child care Santa Ana preschools Santa Ana inhome family care Santa Ana nannies Santa Ana babysitters
Anaheim child care Anaheim preschools Anaheim inhome family care Anaheim nannies Anaheim babysitters
Fresno child care Fresno preschools Fresno inhome family care Fresno nannies Fresno babysitters
San Francisco child care San Francisco preschools San Francisco inhome family care San Francisco nannies San Francisco babysitters
Sacramento child care Sacramento preschools Sacramento inhome family care Sacramento nannies Sacramento babysitters
Oakland child care Oakland preschools Oakland inhome family care Oakland nannies Oakland babysitters
San Jose child care San Jose preschools San Jose inhome family care San Jose nannies San Jose babysitters
and California Child Care, California InHome Centers, California Preschools, California Nannies, and California Babysitters…… for ALL locations in the state!
Help parents find care by posting this child care widget on your website, blog, or social profiles. When parents enter their zip code they are taken to a list of child care providers in their area where they can easily save, compare, and contact them. They can also talk to other parents in their area to find the best fit for their family.
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This video with Kathleen Bryan, 4C for Children, includes information on selecting quality before and after school care as well as summer camps for school age children.
Things to consider:
Supplies and Equipment
– variety of age appropriate choices that include games, arts and crafts, sports, and dramatic play
– be aware of outdoor and indoor environment
– should have enough materials so children do not have to wait to use them
Activities
The program should be balanced by activities that are lead by adults and activities that are child initiated (i.e. opportunities for children to choose their own toys, have time to read, listen to music, talk with friends, or just hang out by themselves).
Staff
– staff should have training on how school age children learn and grow
– understand that activities should be interesting, fun, and challenging
– allow school agers to work together on projects and encourage them to solve problems
– should be role models for your school age child
– energetic while maintaining a safe environment
– should be flexible and fun